General licence for bird gatherings
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Mandatory housing measures for all kept birds and poultry come into force across Northern Ireland (NI) from 00:01 on Monday 17 February 2025.
This is to mitigate against any incursion of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) into our domestic poultry sector.
In addition, a ban on the gatherings of galliforme (including pheasants, partridge, quail, chickens, turkey, guinea fowl), anseriforme (including ducks, geese, swans) and poultry will be implemented in conjunction with the housing order.
A copy of a General Licence (AIPM 66) (effective from 00:01 on Monday 17 February 2025) for what bird gatherings can take place under the AIPZ is available below.