Global Gene Editing Regulation Tracker

A High Court judgment on 4 June 2026 found that the decision to introduce the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Regulations 2025 (the Regulations) was affected by a procedural error in how powers were understood, rather than the substance of the policy.

Today (15/06/22), the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill sees its Second Reading the Parliament, before continuing its legislative process in the House of Lords. AIC has produced a briefing note for members over the Bill.

Regulations relating to nine GMO authorisations are now in force in England, Wales and Scotland

The Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland launched parallel consultations on nine regulated product applications (eight for maize and one for soya) which have been submitted for authorisation. AIC has prepared a response and members are invited to make their own submissions