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Statutory Order on the approval of display of genetically modified organisms and dissemination of information involving genetically modified organisms (No. 370 of 2000).

Country/Territory
Denmark
Document type
Regulation
Date
2000
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Publication of the Ministry of Environment.
Subject
Livestock, Environment gen., Cultivated plants
Keyword
Authorization/permit Data collection/reporting Biosecurity Genetically modified organism (GMO) Biosafety Biotechnology
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
Entry into force on 5 June 2000.
Abstract

This Order concerns the use of genetically modified organisms for display or other types of information dissemination, with the exception of the use of genetically modified organisms for teaching purposes. Genetically modified organisms are plants, animals, micro-organisms including cell cultures and viruses in which the genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally (Schedule 1). Exhibitions or other types of information dissemination in which genetically modified organisms are used must not take place without approval by the National Forest and Nature Agency. County councils shall supervise that the provisions in this Statutory Order are observed. (Schedules: Scope of application of the Order; Information about the genetically modified production organism)

Full text
English

References - Legislation

Implements

Environment and Gene Technology Act (No. 9 of 2017).

Legislation | Denmark | 1991 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Genetically modified organism (GMO), Protection of habitats, Internal trade, Inspection, Research, Waste management, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX