Written question asked by Countess of Mar (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Wednesday, 28 July 2010.
Agriculture: Genetically Modified Crops
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether applicants for consents for genetically modified crops and foods are required to submit studies that highlight any potentially adverse health, environmental or nutritional effects.
- Answer
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The application and authorisation procedures for genetically modified food and feed are laid down in EU Regulation 1829/2003. This regulation obliges applicants to provide a copy of the studies that have been carried out to demonstrate the safety of the food or feed, including any independent peer-reviewed studies.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 1520; 720 c356WA
- Session
- 2010-12
- Subjects
- Disclosure of information Crops Licensing Genetically modified organisms Food Safety Testing
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