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Written question asked by Harry Cohen (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 July 1993. It was answered by Charles Wardle (Conservative) on Monday, 19 July 1993 on behalf of the Home Office.


Home Office

Question
What proportion of Home Office inspectors have an expert knowledge in the genetic engineering of animals; and what account has been taken of the extent of unpredictability of this technology in deciding how to evaluate the likely suffering endured by animals during scientific procedures involving genetic engineering. - Inc figures.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
229 c6-7W
Session
1992-93
Subjects
Animal welfare Animal experiments Inspections Genetic engineering
Contains statistics
Yes