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  "legislation_title": "The Genetically Modified Organisms(Contained Use) Regulations 2000",
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  "number": "1",
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  "text": "In this Schedule—\n“GMMs” means genetically modified micro-organisms;\n“HEPA” means High Efficiency Particulate Air;\n“inactivation” means the complete or partial destruction of GMMs so as to ensure that any contact between the GMMs and humans or the environment is limited to an extent commensurate with the risks identified in the risk assessment and to provide a high level of protection for humans and the environment;\n“plant growth facilities” means a structure, whether permanent or impermanent, designed and used principally for growing plants in a controlled and protected environment; and\n“risk assessment” means the assessment carried out in accordance with regulation 6.",
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