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DEFRA weekly update (WC 07 Aug)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Extended producer responsibility for packaging: example file for packaging data Page summary: If you need to submit packaging data under extended producer responsibility for packaging this example file shows how you must structure your data. Change made: First published. Packaging data: how to create your file for extended producer responsibility…

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APHA weekly update (WC 07 Aug)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Imports, exports and EU trade of animals and animal products: topical issues Page summary: Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products. Change made: Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) has recognised Belgium’s bluetongue virus disease-free status. Added guidance on imports of live ungulates from Belgium…

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MHRA weekly update (WC 07 Aug)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. How tests and testing kits for coronavirus (COVID-19) work Page summary: The different types of tests and testing kits for COVID-19, and the specifications for manufacturers. Change made: The guidance on performing variant analysis for manufacturers of SARS-CoV-2 screening and diagnostic assays has been updated. Updated guidance documents are included…

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ECHA publishes main alternatives to harmful substances subject to REACH authorisation

ECHA have published a list of authorisations, and highlighted potential substitute substances including for NPE and OPE surfactants including Tritons. Manufacturers applying for an authorisation under REACH are required to provide information on potential alternatives to the Annex XIV substance(s) they use. This information is presented in the Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) submitted as part of their authorisation application. The…

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MHRA weekly update (WC 31 July)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. CE marking recognition for medical devices and in vitro diagnostics Page summary: The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has released a statement on CE marking recognition for medical devices and in vitro diagnostics. Change made: First published. Medical devices: guidance for manufacturers on vigilance Page summary: Information for manufacturers…

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EU Battery regulation published

Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 concerning batteries and waste batteries (“Battery Regulation“) was published on 28 July. It replaces the existing Batteries Directive (2006/66/EC) to ensure that all batteries placed on the EU market are durable, safe, sustainable, and efficient. It builds on the extended producer responsibility (EPR) regime created by the existing Directive and introduces stringent rules for design, content and…

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HSE publications WC 31 July

HSE have published their latest bulletins: Biocides 3 August: EU active substance renewal submission deadlines: Apply for active substance renewal by the deadlines to keep products on the NI market Under the EU BPR, active substance approvals will expire unless a renewal application is submitted at least 550 days before their expiry date. The 550-day deadlines are coming up for…

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DHSC weekly update (WC 31 July)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Government boosts use of independent sector capacity to cut NHS waits Page summary: Thirteen new community diagnostic centres are opening across the country to deliver more than 742,000 additional scans, tests and checks a year Change made: First published.

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APHA weekly update (WC 31 July)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. UK border control posts: animal and animal product imports Page summary: Find an approved UK border control post (BCP) to check the animals, animal products or high-risk food and feed of non-animal origin in your consignment. Change made: Entry for Harwich edited to add in POA categories and update opening…

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DEFRA weekly update (WC 31 July)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. UK REACH authorisation for Abbott Laboratories Ltd., 14 July 2023 Page summary: Decision on application for authorisation under UK REACH. Change made: First published. UK REACH authorisation for IDEXX Laboratories Ltd., 14 July 2023 Page summary: Decision on application for authorisation under UK REACH. Change made: First published. Authorisation decisions:…

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