The Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010

Restrictions on taking samples from live specimens

This section has no associated Explanatory Memorandum

115.—(1) No sample may be taken by virtue of regulation 113 or 114 from a live animal except by a veterinary surgeon.

(2) No sample may be taken by virtue of those regulations from a live animal or plant unless the person taking it is satisfied on reasonable grounds that taking it will not cause lasting harm to the specimen.