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Regulatory & advisory framework

This page provides brief descriptions of the main bodies in the UK regulatory and advisory framework for human genetics.

Human genetics bodies (non-statutory advisory)

Principal health-related bodies in the advisory and regulatory framework

  • Statutory bodies
  • Interim non-statutory body
  • Non-statutory advisory bodies
  • Special Health Authority
  • Agencies
  • Non-Governmental

Bodies to consider in the broader context including the impacts of devolution.