Forms and policy

We have described our vision and ambitions for animal testing, the 3Rs and the transition to animal-free innovations at Utrecht University and UMC Utrecht in an overarching policy on animal experiments. We also have policies for, among other things, the housing and care of animals, the design of animal experiments and the promotion of expertise and competence (Lifelong Learning).

Our policy is a further elaboration of the Animal Experiments Act. This Act is based on European Directive 2010/63/EU and the accompanying Annexes. In addition, we use national recommendations and Codes of Practice when drawing up our internal policy. 

At the NCad website you can find an up-to-date overview of recommendations and an overview of the Codes of Practice.