Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

Yes, so long as all relevant and thorough regulatory frameworks are put in place, and it has been scientifically proven to be non-harmful to consumer and planet

Yes, but I think there needs to be more evidence on the long-term effects on consuming lab-grown meat

Yes - only if proven to have same nutritional value as real meat and is not harmful to humans. I back the need to stop animal cruelty and excessive factory farming.

I'm vegetarian so if it helps reduce animal cruelty then yes. It depends on the health implications and cost. I think people should be signposted to a reduced meat diet.

Make people eat reasonably instead. One doesn’t need need every day, once a week. Go vegs, learn to cook vegs

yes in more less well off countries that need the food support, after rigirus trails and a proonged testing experience to see if the lab grown meat has any side effects or long term effects and a smaller carbon foot print then regular farming. they should also give farmers jobs and roles because they will be taking away lifestyles and money from the agriculture indestrys.

I think further study is required, but I think that there should be a shift towards plant-based alternatives instead.

Yes, but only after suitable research and evaluation that it is fit and safe for public consumption)

If it passes food safety standards, the public will decide if it's a food source they wish to buy. Not really a government decision.

No, ban it and support grass fed farmed animals from farmers, not MNCs or philanthrocapitalists like Bill Gates

Yes as long as it is absolutely guaranteed no-side-effects safe and full disclosure is prominently displayed on packaging and restaurant menus.

When scientific understanding and the financial viability of such a system improves, I am in support of lab grown meat.

I think but I also don’t think that meat should be commercialised because it’s bad for the food. No way, it’s very bad if meat is commercialised because. Meat should be not commercialised and be made better ways just in an ordinary way to protect consumers who buy it in the shop. It’s dangerous if it’s commercialised.

No, we should instead be investing in other meat alternatives and more ethical agriculture practices.

We need to see what happens to the human body when eating these foods, and that will take time. For now, I personally would never eat lab grown food.

Needs more research, what are the effects after 20 years of consumption. So at least another 10 years of clinical trials before even introducing to market.

Yes. Only if the lab grown meat has passed stringent food and safety tests and is proven to contain nutrients and is free of pesticides and hormones.

I think we should wait to commercialise lab-grown meat until there has been substantial research into the long-term effects this would bring.

Yes, but research should be conducted into long term health affects of lab grown meat, the meat should be labelled/advertised clearly as lab-grown so people against it can avoid it

Only if vigorously regulated and can guarantee no detrimental or negative health affects and must be as nutritious as real meat.

Yes, but with strict regulation from a transparently funded government bodies with no ties to any private sector work

The science of lab grown meat is too young. Too expensive, can't be scaled up on mass and is not more eco efficient at this time.

More research needs to be actioned into how safe it is to consume. Strict regulations and food standards need to be met.

Yes, but make sure packaging or adverts and pages also show risks and possible health effects. Like a new allergy information box.

The government should ban mass production on meat which will make it very over priced leading to the reduction in meat consumption which should benefit the environment and diets as people will have to eat more veg and pulses

Not until there is significant testing and evidence of no long term health affects. Potentially a solution in countries where access to food is limited.

I am tending towards yesterday if it reduces the global dependence on unsustainable livestock farming methods but I think plant-based food sources should be prioritised and all farming and food production methods should be strictly regulated. And thorough research is absolute crucial before any decisions about the commercialisation of lab-grown meat are made.

Aren't our lives riddled with enough chemicals and plastics and polluted air? We have the ability and technology to avoid requiring lab grown meat. If it's a don't eat animals stance then don't eat animals. If it's I like the taste of animals but not the farming and killing of animals then don't eat animals. If lab grown meat is ethically transparent and safe and not just vegan approved chemical junk then sure why not.

Yes, so long as it is very clearly labelled that what you are buying is lab grown, and that there are no health risks. The meat should be identical to real meat in every way other than it’s creation.

With the right amount of research which the would stop killing animals then yes but also making sure that the eco system is still Functioning

Yes as long as it is ethically done and has less carbon foot print than normal farming as it would help to lower how much meat we consume. And it is affordable.

Yes, but only if backed by thorough, long-term research that confirms no long-term health implications.

Provide new methods of cultivating food rather than creating their own which can be full of additives and ingredients that aren’t nutritious or natural

Yes but with strict guidelines around food quality, and help for farmers impacted by increases in lab-grown meat production.

Yes, if in line with food standards and only if it will have positive social effects (lower costs, widening access or environmental impact)

Only if strict controls are in place and the rules and regulations are all accessible and are monitored

Yes, but not until it's proven they aren't detrimental to health, and they should be labeled as lab-grown

This is a very deep issue and this question does not actually portray the nuance here, such as the energy required in order to cultivate this meat.

Yes after more research is done into longterm effects and it is proven that there is little to no harm.

I think there should be more research and testing on volunteers before it is released to the general population

More research is still needed. Like the idea in theory, but effects on health still not clear enough.

Exploration should be allowed to see if this is a viable means of mass producing food in a lower carbon way

Yes but don’t allow it to take over everything. People should be able to choose whether they want to eat real meat or lab grown.

No, and should instead spend money on non-lab grown meat alternatives and encouraging meat free diets

Just ban unethical animal farming if it’s done for profit without the consideration for the animals well-being.

if people want to buy it and it is safe to consume then the choice should be for the consumer not the government

Yes, if a substantial amount of research is completed to determine there are no long term effects of consuming

Yes, but only after extensive studies into the health impacts of lab grown meat compared to natural meats and other meat alternatives, as well as requiring proof of a lesser environmental impact than organic meats.

It is coming worldwide would it not be better for the UK to be leading the charge in this area as we did with industrialisation

If it has no negative medical side effects, saves the death of animals, has the same taste and reduces carbon emissions, then I’m for it

Depends on how safe it is, and would it lead to more economic growth without leaving farmers without work

No, absolutely not. Food that is grown is a lab is not natural for the body to digest. We already have increased long term conditions due to our diets. Lab grown meat will add to this. Plus hundreds of farmers would be without work and the land in which we currently live in will be distroyed.

Maybe depending on the longer term impact; doesn’t cause harm to the environment, what would the impact to British farming and therefor peoples livelihoods be

more research should be conducted towards lab-grown meat in order to know the pros and cons it would also put livestock farmers out of work if it were to be implemented and normalised

totally agree that it should end animal farming, but research must be carried out to ensure it is healthy for humans.

Only if extensive research and long term studies are done in order to show the effects on health long term

Yes, but only if thorough long term testing is done on said products to insure nutrition and no nasty bi products

Yes as long as there is correct testing and labelling of the items that indicate it is not meat from a slaughtered animal similar to the same regs around vegan products that are imitations of cheese etc

Not until extensive research has been carried out and it has been proven safe to eat in the long term.

Should have a experimental process and it need to highlight this is lab-geown on the product package

Yes, if you can guarantee that I'm not going to miss out on ANY of the nutrition that naturally free-range meat provides

I understand that this may become the norm as our population grows over time, and further research is needed to make it a sustainable way to feed the masses whilst providing the same amount of nutrients as real meat does.

Yes, but only if it will always be labled to clearly identify it as lab-grown along with all the ingredients it contains.

Yes but only after substance scientific evidence has proved that it's safe and doesn't result in any long-term health effects.

Ideally we wouldn't need to grow meat in this way as we can eat and enjoy food with far less impact than even lab-grown meat.

Yes but there should be many heath checks, and if it effects multiple people (a significant amount compared to normal meat) it should be stopped and improved with many warnings.

Yes, if appropriate/long enough tests for human health have been done. No bias and financial gain from companies involved funded the trials and tests

Maybe. The process is not fast enough currently for commercial quantities, and more research needs tone done

Subject to full safety testing and consideration of the environmental ramifications such approval may be acceptable.

Pushing for more people to be on meat alternatives/a meat free diet would be better... we have no idea what this meat will do in long term testing, although it would definitely help the environment and reduce over farming. I am unsure about this question.

Not yet. We need to understand more the implications of consuming this type of food future, so it could be an option in the future,.

No. They should encourage more ethical and eco-friendly farming methods, and encourage people to eat more plant-based diets through education and more plant-based food provided in schools etc.

I'd be more interested in how the government supports existing UK farmers to operate in a profitable and sustainable way

The government should invest in research and development on the topic, especially on the potential long-term health effects

Yes, but with clear labelling (for example it should not be allowed to be served in restaurants unless explicitly called out on the menu)

Yes, but only when we can develop it to a good enough standard that does not require any animal harm and when we are sure it is safe.

This is a domain that should be investigated properly first. How safe is it? Do we have enough evidence?

There should be a focus on regulating the welfare of livestock and minimising their emissions while lab grown meat is tested and regulated for safety until equal to or better than that of animals

I do support the idea of less co2 emissions from meat farming, but do want to support farmers towards quality rather than quantity

Producers should be personally and corporately liable for any harms identified at a later date and profits should be held in escrow for 15 years.

More testing is required and an evaluation of how carbon-intensive lab-grown meat is in comparison to traditional meat growing practices

If it is a viable and safe option that is only used when it is acknowledged it will reduce a significant chunk of environmental worry.

Only if it is shown to have reduced effect on the environment than traditional meat production - in terms of waste and gas produced

Yes as long as it’s clearly labelled as such and that long term research goes into it’s consumption effects

no the government should be looking at ways to reduce the nation’s reliance on meat in other non-processed ways

I’m undecided on this issue. I believe education is needed to sore people they don’t need to eat meat 3 times a day, and then higher animal welfare needs to be implemented. At the moment, the ‘spot’ checks are a joke.

Amend regulations on livestock ownership (i.e. acceptable quantity and conditions) to improve the quality of life

Once it's proven that it doesn't cause any health issues, if it can help reduce the mass production of meat through animal cruelty, then yes.

If they are doing anything lab grown they should add healthy benefits such as vitamins and minerals in even something as easy as a powder form mixed in with the matter. It would help to increase the health of the general public???

We need to look into more ways to produce food due to population growth whoever feel we need to channel more reasearch into this first

I dont see why not as long as its disclosed very obviously and the product is safe. Ive never heard of lab grown meat so idk lmao

There needs to be studies undertaken around how cost effective it is, how the environment is impacted

yes but the poeple who dont want cannot be forced to have it . they should be able to have a choice.

No, the Government should push a reduction in meat consumption to improve national health and reduce overconsumption that is putting farms under stress

Government should encourage more research and testing as to the health risks before allowing commercialisaiton