European Parliament to discuss research using animals

The ECI aims to repeal the Directive on the protection of animals used for scientific purposes and asks the European Commission to present a new proposal that bans animal experimentation. The public hearing on the Stop Vivisection European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) is organised by the AGRI committee in association with the ENVI, ITRE and PETI committees.

FENS signed a joint statement together with other 122 research institutions, organisations and societies, which is an appeal to oppose the initiative. FENS calls on the European Parliament and Commission to reaffirm their commitment to the Directive.
FENS will be participating to the Publich Hearing, together with other institutions and organisations across Europe.

FENS promotes and advocates for the responsible use of animals for neuroscience and biomedical research. FENS is supportive of the research using animals where alternative methods are not available, where the potential benefits to health are compelling, and where acceptable ethical and welfare standards can be met.

See FENS Statement supporting the European Directive 2010/63/EU on the protection of animals used for scientific purposes.