Health and Safety Executive

Scientific Advisory Committee on Genetic Modification (Contained Use), (SACGM(CU))

Formerly Advisory Commitee on Genetic Modification (ACGM)

The Scientific Advisory Committee on Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) - SACGM (CU) - provides technical and scientific advice to the UK Competent Authorities (UK CAs) on all aspects of the human and environmental risks of the contained use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). In particular:
  • to advise on the technical issues on individual activities notified under the Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) Regulations 2000;
  • To provide advice on risk assessments for contained use activities involving GMOs; and
  • To develop and update guidance on all aspects of contained use of GMOs including the Compendium of Guidance.
Contact: The secretary SACGM (CU), Health and Safety Executive, Hazardous Installations Directorate, Specialised Industries Division, Biological Agents Unit, 1.2 Redgrave Court, Merton Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 7HS

Members' biographical information and interests


Quick links

Directgov - Business Link

Updated 21.05.09