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(a)

well characterised and free from known harmful sequences;

(b)

limited in size as much as possible to the genetic sequences required to perform the intended function;

(c)

should not increase the stability of the construct in the environment (unless that is a requirement of intended function);

(d)

should be poorly mobilisable;

(e)

should not transfer any resistance markers to micro-organisms not known to acquire them naturally (if such acquisition could compromise use of drugs to control disease agents).