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A commission for advice from the Home Office to the Animals in Science Committee (ASC) on strengthening the functioning of AWERBs and Named Information Officer.
Recommendations sought for strengthening the functioning of Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Bodies (AWERBs) and the Named Information Officer (NIO) role. Advice is sought in the following specific areas:
- best practice guidance for AWERBs, particularly relating to their duties regarding the 3Rs (replacement, refinement, and reduction) and training
- the questions that AWERBs should ask project applicants to check that replacement methodologies have been fully considered
- a review of the ASC AWERB network model to assure dissemination of leading practice
- leading practice to ensure that the NIO role functions effectively at establishments, where required
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