Licensing

This section provides information about the licensing requirements under the Human Tissue Act.

The HTA regulates the storage, removal, use and disposal of human bodies, organs and tissue for a number of Scheduled Purposes set out within the Human Tissue Act 2004. The HT Act stipulates that certain activities can only be carried out under the authority of a licence granted by the HTA.

Guide to licensing and application
Information about the licensing process and guidance on how to apply.
Designated Individuals and Licence Holders
Find out about the roles of the Designated Individual and Licence Holder.

Licensed establishments
Details of establishments that have an HTA licence divided into the five licensable sectors.
Inspections
The HTA is required to inspect establishments as part of its role to ensure compliance with licences.

More information

Apply online >

Apply for a licence

Expected standards (Directions) >

HTA standards for licensing

Licensing evaluation >

If you have applied for an HTA licence for anatomy, pathology, research or public display please complete our evaluation form

FAQs >