Guidance

Explanatory memorandum

Guidance on Operation of Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 19 March 2014

This publication was withdrawn on 5 December 2024

This guidance is no longer current.

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[Withdrawn] Explanatory memorandum

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The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 regulates the use of protected animals in scientific procedures which may have the effect of causing that animal pain, suffering, distress or lasting harm.