5. Statement by the Minister for Rural Affairs and North Wales, and Trefnydd: Avian Flu

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:10 pm on 8 November 2022.

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Photo of Mabon ap Gwynfor Mabon ap Gwynfor Plaid Cymru 4:10, 8 November 2022

(Translated)

as you've already mentioned. Now, following today's statement, I would like to hear more information about the risk to the public posed by this flu. Last week, for example, we heard about two poultry farm workers from Spain who tested positive for bird flu. Since 2003, there have been 868 cases of people getting bird flu and 456 deaths in 21 countries, according to the World Health Organization. In light of the increase in cases of people getting bird flu, what assessment has the Government made of the risk to the public? Thank you very much.