Explanatory Memorandum

Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 26

12 May 2016

Background and Policy Objectives

Human Transplantation

13.At the moment, human transplantation is governed by the Human Tissue Act 2004 which applies to England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Part 4 of the Act contains provisions to promote and increase awareness on human transplantation through a campaign at least once a year, and also to produce an annual report on transplantation activity.  These sections will fit into the general framework already established by the Human Tissue Act 2004.