Three licences are required by the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA) before testing on animals is allowed. The 3 licences needed are:
- personal licence for each person carrying out procedures on animals
- project licence for the programme of work
- establishment licence for the place at which the work is carried out
Establishment licence: standard conditions: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/establishment-licence-standard-conditions
A Guide for licence holders on the Operation of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986:
Establishment Licence Holders Newsletter July 2019:
Establishment_licence_holder_newsletter_July_2019.pdf
Useful Links:
Code of Practice for the Housing and Care of Animals Bred, Supplied or Used for Scientific Purposes (Home Office)
HO Identification of Low Level Concerns at Licensed Establishments