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Government Response to the Consultation on the draft Human Tissue (Permitted Material: Exceptions) (England) Regulations 2020
25 February 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the Government's response to a public consultation on the draft Human Tissue (Permitted Material: Exceptions) Regulations in England.
Action Requested
The Government has revised the regulations based on feedback received during the consultation, clarifying and expanding the list of organs, tissues, and cells that require express consent under the opt-out system. The response document, along with revised draft regulations and Codes of Practice for healthcare professionals, have been laid before Parliament.
Key Facts
- Over 3,200 responses were received during the public consultation period.
- The list of organs, tissues, and cells requiring express consent was updated to include specific clarifications and expansions.
- NHS Blood and Transplant launched a communication campaign to raise awareness about the new organ donation system.
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