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Written question asked by Henry Smith (Conservative) on Friday, 14 April 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 18 April 2023. It was answered by George Freeman (Conservative) on Monday, 24 April 2023 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.


Animal Experiments

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the answer of 15 February 2023 to question 141449 on Animal Experiments, what steps she has taken to engage with regulators on the development of non-animal technologies.

Answer

In addition to this Department, the use of animals in science touches on a number of other departmental responsibilities, including the Home Office who administer and enforce The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. Officials within these departments continue to work together to support the delivery of important scientific research, including through the development of non-animal technologies, and the protection of animals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
180051
Session
2022-23
Related items
Animal Experiments
Wednesday, 15 February 2023
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Animal experiments Innovation Technology Research
Link
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