# The Mutilations (Permitted Procedures) (England) Regulations 2007, Regulation 3: Exceptions to the prohibition on mutilations


Section 5(1) and (2) of the Act does not apply to a procedure listed in Schedule 1, providing it is carried out—
(a) in accordance with any relevant requirement in Schedules 2 to 9;
(b) in such a way as to minimise the pain and suffering it causes to the animal;
(c) in hygienic conditions; and
(d) in accordance with good practice.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2007/9780110757797/regulation/3 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-mutilations-permitted-procedures-england-regulations-2007/regulation-3
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