S.L. 439.20 Art. 48National committees for the protection of animals used for scientificpurposes. 

(1) The Animal Welfare Council established for the protection of animals used for scientific purposes in conjunction with the Director, shall advise the animal-welfare body on matters relating to the acquisition, breeding, accommodation, care and use of animals in scientific procedures and shall ensure the sharing of best practice.

(2) The Animal Welfare Council shall further exchange information on the operation of animal-welfare bodies and project evaluation and share best practice within the Union.