Explanatory Notes

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 2008

2008 CHAPTER 22

13 November 2008

Commentary on Sections

Part 1: Amendments of Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990

Section 22: Directions

140.Section 24 of the 1990 Act provides for directions to be given in respect of various matters. Section 22 makes several amendments to this section, some of which concern the directions which may be given in respect of human admixed embryos and others which make updated provision concerning what is to happen when a licence is varied or ceases to have effect.