UK Statutory Instrument 2001 United Kingdom

The Human Fertilisation and Embryology (Research Purposes) Regulations 2001

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HFEA

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s.001

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s.002

Further purposes for which research licences may be authorised

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Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority

Licences and monitors fertility clinics and research centres in the UK. Regulates the creation, storage, and use of human embryos and gametes.

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