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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
Type of law
Regulation
Source

Keywords

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)
Date of text
Entry into force notes
Entry into force on 5 June 2000.
Repealed
No
Serial Imprint
Publication of the Ministry of Environment.
Source language

English

Legislation status
in force
Legislation Amendment
No