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Article: Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act comes into force.
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- October 1, 2009
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M2 PRESSWIRE-1 October 2009-UK Government: Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act comes into force(C)1994-2009 M2 COMMUNICATIONS
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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 2008 comes into force on Thursday 1 October - ensuring the UK remains at the forefront of developments in treatment and research.
The 2008 Act responds to changes in society and ensures it is fit for purpose in the 21 st Century.
Government undertook a review of the 1990 Act, bringing legislation up to date with society, and to reflect technological developments, such as new ways of creating embryos. It enables scientists to investigate cures for ...