MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on a new strain of avian influenza, A-H5N6, affecting poultry in Asia

6.11.2014

pursuant to Rule 133 of the Rules of Procedure

Mara Bizzotto

B8‑0227/2014

Motion for a European Parliament resolution on a new strain of avian influenza, A-H5N6, affecting poultry in Asia

The European Parliament,

–       having regard to Rule 133 of its Rules of Procedure,

A.     whereas a strain of bird flu virus – A-H5N6 – has contaminated poultry in South-East Asia;

B.     whereas influenza viruses are constantly recombining, creating potential new threats;

C.     whereas, according to the FAO’s Chief Veterinary Officer, A-H5N6 is of particular concern, both because it has been found in places very far apart and because it is highly pathogenic;

1.      Calls on the Commission to state what containment strategy it will adopt to prevent the virus affecting poultry in Europe.