S.L. 549.49 Art. 2Objectives.

(1) The objective of these regulations is to lay down measures for the contained use of genetically modified micro-

organisms with a view to protecting human health and the environment.

(2) These regulations provide the provisions required for the implementation in Malta of the European Council Directive 2009/ 41/EC of 6th May 2009 on the contained use of genetically modified micro-organisms (recast) and shall be read and construed as one with such legal instrument.

(3) These regulations are to be read and construed with the Protection of Workers from Risks related to Exposure to Biological Agents at Work Regulations, in relation to issues in connection with occupational health and safety.