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How we Regulate
Our guidance is contained in the HFEA's Code of Practice. All new guidance is found in letters from our Chair and Chief Executive, before we incorporate it into subsequent editions of the Code of Practice.
Latest licensing news
22-05-2008: As the appeal has not yet been determined, the Authority has granted a licence to the Assisted Reproduction and Gynaecology Centre, London (ARGC), which is valid until the 31st July 2008.
18-01-2008: The Crawley Hospital and the Surrey and Sussex Fertility Centre (Redhill) have had their treatment licences suspended from 17 January 2008 .
Licensing clinics and the inspection process
- FAQs about licensing and the clinic inspection process: Read about how we license clinics and about our inspection process.
- Apply for a HFEA Licence: Thinking of applying for a license? Read our guide to find out more.
more about the licensing clinics and the inspection process 
Licensing human embryo research
- Research news: From early embryo model systems to stem cells, we take you through the latest research news.
- Current research projects: Find out about research projects currently licensed by us.
- Research applications: Information on proposed projects.
- How to apply for a Research Licence: Looking to start a new licensed research project? Download and print application forms here.
more about licensing embryo research
Policy and guidance
- Policy reviews: Find out how we review our policies and the process involved.
- Guidance: Want to know what guidance we give to licensed centres? Read on to find out.
- Public consultations: Involving the public in our work has become an integral part of what the HFEA does. Read on to have your say.
HFEA Code of Practice
The Code of Practice is designed for use by service providers and research centres, but also gives guidance to patients. It is now in its 7th edition and is available in an interactive version.
more about the code of practice
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We welcome feedback from patients who are currently undergoing treatment at HFEA-licensed clinics.
HFEA Code of Practice
7th Edition now available online and in PDF format.
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