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Animal Experiments: Shellfish

Asked by Sarah ChampionLabourHome OfficeTabled Answered 28 January 2025UIN 24855

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what the timetable is for the Animals in Science Committee to conclude its work on future options for the regulation of the use of decapod crustaceans in scientific research.

Answered by Dan Jarvis

The Home Office will be guided by decisions made under the Animal Welfare Act regarding any consideration as to whether decapod crustaceans are regulated under the Animals (Scientific Procures) Act.

The Home Office does not require additional advice from the Animals in Science Committee at this stage.

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