Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

GM (Genetic Modifications)


Application formats for Deliberate Release of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

To apply for a consent for the Deliberate Release of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), it is necessary to submit a written application to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) by using one of the following formats:

Format 1: Release of genetically modified higher plants
Format 2: Release of genetically modified organisms other than higher plants
Format 3: Marketing of genetically modified higher plants
Format 4: Marketing of genetically modified organisms other than higher plants

The application should be sent to:

The Biotechnology Safety Unit
3/G9 Ashdown House
123 Victoria Street
London SW1E 6DE


Updated 15 October 1999
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