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Animal Research Act 1985.

Country/Territory
Australia
Territorial subdivision
New South Wales
Document type
Legislation
Date
1985 (2015)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to protect the welfare of animals used in connection with animal research.
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Research Animal welfare Authorization/permit Non-governmental entity
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Indian Ocean, Oceania, South Pacific
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on 9 May 1986.
Abstract

This Act, consisting of 7 Parts and three Schedules, concerns the protection of animals used for research purposes. For this purpose, all persons and organization involved in animal research or supplying animals for research purposes have to be duly authorised in compliance with the provisions of this Act. Under Part 2 the Animal Research Review Panel is established and its functions include: the investigation of matters relating to the conduct of animal research and the supply of animals for use in connection with animal research and the investigation of applications and complaints referred to it under this Act. Part 3 is dedicated to the constitution and operation of Animal Care and Ethics Committees and Part 4 covers in details issues related to accreditation and licensing. The Act contains provisions on its enforcement and on offences and penalties.

Full text
English
Website
www.legislation.nsw.gov.au

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Animal Research Regulation 2005.

Legislation | Australia | 2005 (2006)

Keyword: Animal welfare, Research, Authorization/permit, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Animal Research Regulation 1995.

Legislation | Australia | 1995 (2003)

Keyword: Animal welfare, Research, Authorization/permit, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Animal Research Regulation 2010.

Legislation | Australia | 2010 (2018)

Keyword: Animal welfare, Research, Authorization/permit, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX