Seanad debates
Wednesday, 19 November 2003
Stem Cell Research: Statements.
That is very important. We should be represented on that committee which is to decide what will be allowed at European level in terms of research. The paper concludes: "In view of the foregoing, Ireland does not consider it appropriate to object to such research activity being carried out in member states where it is both legal and ethical". I was very pleased to see that, not only would countries have to look at their own ethical guidelines with regard to the use of these cells, but there would also be a central authority in Europe on which, as I said, we should be represented. In that way, we could review the criteria, which must be strictly and carefully controlled, even after review in the countries where this type of research is legal and ethical. I believe our views are well worthwhile.
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