Commercial development of gene-edited food now legal in England

[Still Waters]

Gene-edited food can now be developed commercially in England following a change in the law.

Supporters of the technology say it will speed up the development of hardier crops that will be needed because of climate change.

Critics say that the change could bring ''disaster'' to our food production and the environment.

Gene editing involves making precise changes to an organism's DNA to enhance certain characteristics.

The new law also opens the door to the development of gene-edited farm animals, but a further vote by MPs will be required before it is allowed, again only in England.

The Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish governments have not permitted the commercial use of gene editing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-64596453

What is gene-edited food and is it safe to eat?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-64559210