Our position statements

Position Statements 

The British Neuroscience Association works to advance neuroscience and champion its value to society. A key part of this mission is engaging with policymakers to ensure that neuroscience evidence informs public policy.  

To support this, the BNA produces and endorses a range of policy documents, including position statements, consultation responses, open letters, and joint policy initiatives. 

BNA endorses ALBA declaration on Equity and Inclusion, Jan 2021 

BNA responds to Westminster inquiry into research reproducibility, Nov 2021 

House of Commons Science and Technology Committee inquiry on Diversity in STEM: response from the British Neuroscience Association, Feb 2022 

Open letter on Horizon Europe, July 2022 

Open letter to UKRI Chief Executive on decisions impacting EDI, Nov 2023 

Response to the Government strategy on animal testing and new alternative methods, Nov 2025 

Neural Organiods, July 2026