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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 April 2026. It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Animal Experiments: Research

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the Policy paper: “Replacing animals in science: A strategy to support the development, validation and uptake of alternative methods”, published on 11 November 2025, what progress has she made in creating a preclinical translational models hub.

Answer

The delivery of the commitment to Create a preclinical translational models hub is led by the Medical Research Council (MRC).

The Preclinical translational models hub funding call to identify a host for the hub was launched on 2 March 2026 with decisions on this expected in July. The Hub is expected to commence work this year.

The Government will publish a delivery update, alongside key performance indicators on progress across all elements of the strategy, later in 2026.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
127639
Session
2024-26
Related items
Subjects
Animal experiments Research
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