This is the first version of the Animal Welfare Policy to be uploaded to the Policy Library. Previously, this Policy was managed via the Central Policy Register system (disestablished September 2014). This Policy came into force with an Operational Date of 5 June 2014.

As a consequence of the approval of the VU Research Model, this Policy will be reviewed and may be changed to reflect the new approach to managing and supporting research and research training at Victoria University from 1 January 2018. This Policy review will be completed by December 2017. It is advisable to check with the Responsible Officer before using the current version of the Policy for 2018 matters.