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Animal Experiments

Asked by Steve RaceLabourDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 6 September 2024UIN 2163

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he plans to take with (a) scientists, (b) industry representatives and (c) civil society representatives to help phase out animal testing.

Answered by Feryal Clark

The Government has committed to partnering with scientists, industry, and civil society as we work towards the requirements for phasing out of animal testing. Any policy changes as a result of this work will be assessed appropriately.

As yet, no assessment has been made of the potential merits of introducing Herbie’s Law.

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