Human Tissues Act – review existing procedures

Part 1 and 2 of the Human Tissues Act came into law in June 2025. It sets out key rules for organ and tissue donation. 

Authorised tissue establishments and organ donation and transplant centres must now review their procedures for consent and for transplantation conditions. This is to ensure they meet the requirements of all relevant legislation, including the new Human Tissues Act. 

The HPRA will continue to monitor these procedures during inspections. 

For more information, see the relevant sections of our website: 

• Tissues and cells 
• Organs