Guidance

The operation of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986

Explains how the act is administered and enforced and provides detailed guidance to licence holders and applicants.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 8 October 2024

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Guidance on the operation of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA) (accessible)

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Guidance on the operation of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA)

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The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 Amendment Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/3039) amend the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA) to transpose European Directive 2010/63/EU on the protection of animals used for scientific purposes. The Directive sets out revised measures for the protection of animals used for scientific purposes.

Published 8 October 2024