The following pages give authorisation holders and applicants guidance on scientific authorisations in England & Wales. You can use the links within the guide to navigate, or the next page link at the bottom of each page to move through the guidance.
An introduction to scientific authorisations
What requires a scientific authorisation?
The scientific authorisation process in England & Wales
Scientific authorisation applications
Import, movement and export of specified material
Contacts for further information
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