Act relative to genetically modified organisms.

Subject

Livestock, Environment gen., Cultivated plants

Keyword

Pollution control GMO Biosafety Biosecurity Basic legislation Animal reproduction Plant production Biotechnology Institution Authorization/permit

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Northern Europe

Abstract

This Act applies to implied use and intentional release of genetically modified organisms (defined in article 2) and materials which contain such organisms (art. 1). Article 3 defines regulation-making powers of the Government. Article 4 introduces a general obligation of caution when handling genetically modified organisms to avoid damage to the environment and public health. Articles 6 to 11 provide for the granting, etc. of licenses for the placing on the market of products that contain genet

Full text

Swedish

Website

62.95.69.15

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Law carrying into effect the Swedish Environmental Code (1998:811).

Legislation | Sweden | 1998 (2011)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Institution, Pollution control, EIA, Access-to-information, Agricultural land, Ecosystem preservation, Environmental audit, Environmental planning, GMO, Environmental standards, Inspection, Polluter pays principle, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Soil rehabilitation, Management/conservation, Waste management, Waste prevention, Water conservation zone, Waterworks, Drainage/land reclamation, Authorization/permit, Protected area, National parks

Source: FAO, FAOLEX