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This series brings together all documents relating to Animals in science statistics
Find out which live animals and animal foods or feeding stuffs are zero-rated for VAT.
Advice and guidance on protecting animal welfare.
This report provides statistics relating to the Animal and Plant Health Agency’s use of living animals in scientific procedures.
Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Annual statistics relating to scientific procedures performed on living animals in accordance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
The Animals in Science Regulation Unit is responsible for administering and enforcing The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 in England, Scotland and Wales.
If you’re responsible for a farm animal you must make sure that you care for it properly.
Annual statistics relating to scientific procedures performed on living animals in accordance with Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
Rules about animals, including horse-drawn vehicles, horse riders and other animals.
Wild animals cannot be exhibited or used in a performance as part of a travelling circus in England.
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