Deliberate Release into the Environment of Genetically Modified Organisms Regulations, 2002 (L.N. No. 170 of 2002).

Subject

Environment gen., Cultivated plants

Keyword

Pollution control GMO Data collection/reporting EIA Biosecurity Biosafety Biotechnology

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe

Entry into force notes

For entry into force please see article 1.

Abstract

These Regulations provide for the protection of human health and the environment in relation with carrying out deliberate release (defined in regulation 2) into the environment of genetically modified organisms for any purposes other than placing on the market with Malta and in relation with placing on the market of genetically modified organisms as products or in products. Genetically modified organisms may be deliberately released or placed on the market only in conformity with rules contained

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Implements

Environment Protection Act, 2001 (Act No. XX of 2001).

Legislation | Malta | 2001 | Repealed

Keyword: Basic legislation, Environmental planning, Institution, Pollution control, Authorization/permit, EIA, Special fund, Inspection, Biodiversity, Management/conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX