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Department for International trade survey on trade in Switzerland and Liechtenstein

As part of the UK Government Export Strategy, the Department for International Trade (DIT) at the British Embassy in Berne has opened a market access survey to gain feedback from businesses who trade in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. They are particularly interested in gaining further knowledge about life science sector exports. To support UK companies in the best way possible with…
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March 4, 2022
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Report on sustainability in the health sector published by NHS Providers

A new report from NHS Providers on sustainability and tackling change has been published, highlighting that “Climate change is a public health emergency”. It looks at barriers and enablers for trust boards to effect change and shares good practice from trusts across the country. This report is a much-needed step on the transformations towards net zero, sustainable practices that the…
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March 4, 2022
Regulatory Affairs Working PartyRegulatory Affairs Working Party Archive

Common Registration errors on MHRA system

At a recent meeting between MHRA and Trade Associations, it was raised that MHRA are utilising the registrations system as a method of monitoring compliance of products. This includes rejecting applications for registration where there are errors or omissions rather than giving the applicant an opportunity to correct those mistakes. This results in the products needing to be removed from…
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February 25, 2022
External Affairs Working PartyExternal Affairs Working Party Archive

External Affairs WP Minutes – 18 February 2022

The BIVDA External Affairs Working Party held its latest meeting on Friday 18 February. The group were joined by guest speaker Alexandra Hammond, Head of Sustainable Procurement and Supply Chain at NHS England on the subjects of NHS sustainability targets, the Evergreen Supplier Assessment and PPN 06/20. Doris-Ann also presented on the latest updates on BIVDA activity, including meetings with…
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February 25, 2022
Consultations Archive

Call for evidence on the 10-year Cancer Plan

DHSC have opened a call for evidence to aid in development of their 10-year Cancer Plan in England. The aim of this is to improve diagnosis and treatment of cancers. The following topics are covered within the survey: Cancer signs and symptoms, and the existing knowledge in this space Access to information Treatment Priorities (and what the respondent believes these…
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February 18, 2022
Consultations Archive

Supplier PPN 06/21 and NHS Requirements Readiness – NHS England and NHS Improvement

Supplier PPN 06/21 Readiness Feedback - NHS England and NHS Improvement (office.com) NHS England’s position on what to ask suppliers for is under consideration and the wording that was in the survey previously didn’t reflect this and has been updated. They are seeking supplier feedback on Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Suppliers have until the 28 February 2022 at 5pm…
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February 18, 2022
Consultations Archive

New Proposals on the future of UK Clinical Trial Legislation

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have published a consultation on proposals for legislative changes for clinical trials. The consultation aims to amend the existing requirements for clinical trials in the UK, regulated by the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004, as amended. Any amendments are intended to streamline approval of clinical trials, enable innovation, enhance…
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February 18, 2022
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Introduction to the Infection Management Coalition White Paper

The Covid-19 pandemic has made people more conscious of their personal health than ever before and has created awareness of the devastating impact that infections can have. Indeed, those living with supressed immune systems may have already been far more aware of the fatal risks posed by infection. We have all now witnessed how our individual actions can impact the…
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February 11, 2022
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