# The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Regulations 2025, Regulation 40: Powers of inspection


An inspector may after entering premises under regulation 39—
(a) inspect the premises or any part thereof;
(b) search the premises or any part thereof;
(c) examine, search and seize property on or in the premises;
(d) take copies of documents while on or in the premises;
(e) take photographs while on or in the premises;
(f) take samples of any material, substance, item or object on or in the premises;
(g) impose requirements connected with the reason for the inspection;
(h) require any person to provide information connected with the reason for the inspection.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2025/9780348269123/regulation/40 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-genetic-technology-precision-breeding-regulations-2025/regulation-40
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