More to be done on animal tests
A Lib Dem MEP has welcomed new controls on laboratory testing of animals in Europe, but has said more must be done.
The European Parliament has agreed a ban on testing on great apes, and restriction on the use of other primates, including outlawing tests on animals taken from the wild.
But South East MEP Catherine Bearder said: 'As the wife of a primatologist my interest in primates' welfare precedes my time in Parliament.
'I'm pleased the new rules are a step in the right direction. The legislation will raise standards across the continent.
'But the rules fail to deal with second generation wild primates.
'Primates can't be taken from the wild for experiments, but can for breeding.
'Their offspring are born in captivity and sold for use in experiments. It's a step in the right direction but much more must be done.'
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