Animal Experiments |
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Our main focus has always been to encourage the use of non-animal alternatives in scientific procedures and halt increases in the numbers of animals used, thus ensuring animal experiments remains high on the political and corporate agenda. |
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Through lobbying, letter-writing and petitioning we can influence outcomes that will ultimately replace the use of animals in experiments. This section outlines Naturewatch campaigns over the years:
- Briefings sent to MP’s and MEPs
- Early Day Motions and Parliamentary questions
- Minutes of meetings with Industry.
You can 'Get involved' with lobbying and letter writing We show you how in 'Take Action'. |
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This section provides an overview of the issues and trends underpinning the soaring level of animal testing in the UK. Including:
- Latest Home Office Statistics
- Genetic Modification
- Who Does What and Why
- Use of Primates in Research
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Good news on the hi-tech procedures, replacing the need for animal testing, offering real hope of humane scientific research. This section also includes:
- Reports and debate on the hurdles which need to be overcome; key players, movers and shakers: the vital role of the NC3Rs in replacing animal experiments. here
- Find out more about fields of research responsible for the highest levels of animal testing. here
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 Did you know?
The cost of preparing just one transgenic mouse is in the region of £90 to £1,800!
New hi-tech non-animal tests are not only more humane, they are more economical, and can provide results faster.
These new methods reduce the level of animal testing and the cost of developing new drugs, potentially saving the NHS millions of pounds.
Read on....
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Legislation
Directives, regulations and other legislation governing the use of animals in scientific procedures including:
- EU Directive 2010/63/EU governing the use of animals in scientific procedures
- EU Chemicals legislation (REACH program)
- EU Cosmetics Directive
- Legislation in the UK
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