National Statistics

Publishing national statistics on animals used in research or teaching can serve several important functions. These include supporting transparency and informed ethical discussion, and providing an objective basis for policy-making and resource allocation.

At present, not all jurisdictions in Australia collect or publish animal use statistics. This means there are no reliable statistics at the national level despite recommendations over many years to address this gap.

ANZCCART has therefore developed an Options Paper that outlines possible models for national reporting of statistics. This work has been assisted by an advisory panel comprising of persons offering regulatory, institutional, animal protection and community perspectives.

The Options Paper has now been released for full public consultation and may be downloaded here.

Comments are welcome from any organisations or individuals with an interest in this issue and must be submitted by Friday 6 December 2024.

 For further information please contact Malcolm France, ANZCCART Project Officer, at malcolm.p.france@gmail.com with cc to anzccart@adelaide.edu.au.