Organisaties (Verenigd Koninkrijk )
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Nuffield Council on Bioethics
The UK Nuffield Council on Bioethics (London) is an independent body that with a critical view conditions arranges for discussions and examination on ethical issues in (new technology in) biology and medicine. When needed the Council will formulate new guidelines and publish about results of their activities.
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Human Genetics Commission (HGC)
The UK Human Genetics Commission (HCG, London) is the UK Government’s advisory body since 1999 on new developments in human genetics and their impact on individual lives. HCG advices the Government on human genetics with a particular focus on the social, ethical and legal issues. One of the key roles is to promote debate and to listen to what the public and stakeholders have to say. Human Genetics Commission is very committed to openness and transparency. From 1 January 2009 HCG has adopted the ‘Information Commissioner’s Model Publication Scheme’ for public authorities (a download is possible on the website of HCG).