The Code of Practice (archive of old editions)
Current version of the Code
The HFEA Code of Practice sets out standards for UK clinics providing fertility treatment and carrying out human embryo research.
It helps to ensure clinics are following current regulations and guidance.
Previous versions
- Eighth Edition - R.4 (3 Mb) - Until April 2012
- Eighth Edition - R.3 (2 Mb) - Until 1 October 2011
- Eighth Edition - R.2 (1 Mb) - Until 6 April 2011
- Eighth Edition - R.1 (1.5 Mb) - Until 6 April 2010
- Seventh Edition - R.4 (1.3 Mb) - Until 30 September 2009
- Seventh Edition - R.3 (1.3 Mb) - Until 1 October 2008
- Seventh Edition - R.2 (1.4 Mb) - Until 16 June 2008
- Seventh Edition - R.1 (1 Mb)- Until 9 December 2007
- Sixth Edition (596 Kb)
- Fifth Edition (3.06 Mb)
- Fourth Edition (2.86 Mb)
- Third Edition (2.41 Mb)
- Second Edition (2.74 Mb)
- First Edition (1.53 Mb)
Page last updated: 07 June 2012
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