26/11/2025
We have received confirmation from DEFRA that dead birds found at the Lakeside have tested positive for Avian Influenza (Bird Flu). Rest assured that we are working with (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) and APHA (Animal and Plant Health Agency) to control the spread of the disease and put the relevant health and safety measures in place across the city. We are also working with individuals and organisations known to us that keep birds and we placing signs in key areas to warn the public.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has said the risk to human health is low, but you should not touch or pick up any dead or visibly sick birds that you find and take care to avoid bird droppings in parks and lakeside areas. The public can help by reporting sightings of dead birds by calling the council on 01302 736000 and we will come and safely remove them and contact DEFRA.
