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This series brings together all documents relating to Animals in science statistics
Find out which live animals and animal foods or feeding stuffs are zero-rated for VAT.
If you’re responsible for a farm animal you must make sure that you care for it properly.
Annual statistics relating to scientific procedures performed on living animals in accordance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
ASC is an advisory non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Home Office .
Laws and regulations protecting farm animals at shows and markets, including the suitability of pens, cages or hutches
Collection of guidance for importing live animals and animal products.
The Animals in Science Regulation Unit is responsible for administering and enforcing The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 in England, Scotland and Wales.
How to import animals and animal products to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man from non-EU countries.
Wild animals cannot be exhibited or used in a performance as part of a travelling circus in England.
Advice and guidance on protecting animal welfare on farms, in transport, at markets and at slaughter.
Find out which birds and animals may be spared from culling during an outbreak of an exotic animal disease.
What animal by-products (ABPs) are, how to set up a site that uses them safely, the paperwork you need, and how to dispose of them.
Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products.
Annual reports from the Animals in Science Regulation Unit.
Rules to follow if you’re moving animals or animal products from one country to another and transiting through Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), known as ‘landbridge’ movements.
What you need to do to export live animals from the UK.
Collection of guidance for exporting and moving live animals and animal products.
Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
You can claim relief to pay no duty or VAT when importing laboratory animals intended for scientific research.
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