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Light touch review of the Human Genetics Commission: final report February 2008

  • Document type:
    Report
  • Author:
    Ian Hammond Consulting Ltd for Department of Health and Department of Trade and Industry
  • Published date:
    9 May 2008
  • Gateway reference:
    Not required
  • Pages:
    50
  • Copyright holder:
    To be confirmed

The Human Genetics Commission is the UK Government's advisory body on developments in human genetics and their ethical, legal, social and economic implications. It was established in May 1999 following the Cabinet Office review of biotechnology regulation. In August 2007 the HGC's sponsors commissioned an independent 'light touch' review in line with Cabinet Office guidelines.

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