Genome editing and farmed animals

Following a consultation held by Defra earlier this year, the Government has announced plans to reform the regulation of genome-edited organisms, beginning with plants and then extending to animals and microbes at a later date.

We are delighted to announce the start of a new public dialogue to explore people’s views on the ethical implications of genome editing in farmed animals.

The Nuffield Council on Bioethics invites tenders to deliver an online public dialogue on genome editing in farmed animals.

The Council has begun a new in-depth inquiry on the ethical issues raised by the use of genome editi...