The Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) Regulations 1992 No. 3217

SCHEDULE 2 CRITERIA FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF ORGANISMS

PART I Criteria as applicable for classification of micro-organisms in Group I

Vectors/Insert

2.—(a) well characterised and free from known harmful sequences;

(b) limited in size as much as possible to the genetic sequences required to perform the intended function;

(c) should not increase the stability of the construct in the environment (unless that is a requirement of intended function);

(d) should be poorly mobilisable;

(e) should not transfer any resistance markers to micro-organisms not known to acquire them naturally (if such acquisition could compromise use of drugs to control disease agents).