Avian Influenza: Disease Control
Lords · Question HL3898 · Tabled 8 Jan 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 15 Jan 2025
Question
Asked by Lord Randall of Uxbridge
To ask His Majesty's Government how much they have spent on compensation, disinfection of premises and other costs associated with avian flu outbreaks at poultry and game farms, in each of the last five years.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Hayman of Ullock, 15 Jan 2025
Figures include (i) compensation claims related to the avian influenza compensation scheme; and (ii) operational costs, which includes culling, disposal, and cleaning and disinfection at infected premises. 2023/24 Total costs of £13.1 million, made up of ...