HC Deb 29 November 1993 vol 233 c325W
Mr. Peter Robinson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many establishments in Northern Ireland can carry out research which requires experimentation on live animals; and if he will make a statement regarding the legal guidelines which are laid down for such experimentation.

Mr. Ancram

Nineteen establishments can carry out research on live animals in Northern Ireland. The use of animals in experiments is regulated under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.