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Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act 2023

Asked by Steve BarclayConservativeDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 30 July 2024UIN 1673

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what his planned timetable is for (a) bringing forward and (b) implementing secondary legislation relating to the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act 2023; and whether he has a target date for full implementation of the Act's provisions.

Answered by Daniel Zeichner

Innovation is important in strengthening food security, enhancing resilience and improving agricultural sustainability.

We are considering how to take forward the regulatory framework outlined in the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act and will share our plans in due course.

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