BSI Standards - Update on Projects Jan/Feb 2026 Status Date Description Committee Published 31/12/2025 BS EN ISO 1135-4:2025 Transfusion equipment for medical use. Transfusion sets for single use, gravity feed CH/212 - IVDs Published 31/12/2025 BS EN ISO 1135-5:2025 Transfusion equipment for medical use. Transfusion sets for single use with pressure infusion apparatus CH/212 - IVDs Published 31/01/2026 BS…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
Dear members, the next commencement date of the The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 are due and cover a number of uses of data that will impact the sector including consent to processing for purposes of scientific research. The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026 These are…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
EU report emphasizes need for high value cancer care for all Ahead of World Cancer Day, a new report has been published to provide fresh insights on disparities, challenges and good practices when it comes to cancer care. The EU-funded “Delivering High Value Cancer Care” report was produced by the OECD for the European Cancer Inequalities Registry, as part of…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
Medical Devices: Register now for high-level conference on 16 March 2026 On 16 March, the European Commission will host a high-level conference in Brussels entitled “Medical Devices: Innovation and patient safety”, as part of the Cypriot Presidency. Olivér Várhelyi, EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, will deliver a keynote address at the event. Participants will include representatives from EU…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
UK’s FCA Proposes IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Reporting Requirements for Companies Beginning 2027 UK FCA is proposing IFRS aligned Sustainability Reporting requirements for listed companies. The FCA’s consultation on the proposal is open until March 20, 2026, with the regulator aiming to publish a Policy Statement in autumn 2026, and to have the rules in force from the beginning of January 2027.…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
The Commission has yesterday adopted an implementing regulation, which lays down the necessary procedures for the Health Security Committee (HSC) to exchange information, consult and coordinate responses to cross-border health threats. Member States are required to inform, consult and coordinate on the adoption or termination of any public health measures linked to a serious cross-border threats within set timelines. The…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
Preparing for the implementation and management of the new device registration fee We’ve published additional implementation and management guidance to help manufacturers, UK Responsible Persons and Authorised Representatives prepare for the new medical device registration fee, which comes into effect on 1 April 2026. The guidance explains how the fee will work and what organisations need to do to manage…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026
Export of laboratory guinea pigs, rats and mice to Mexico: certificate 8130 Page summary: Apply online to export of laboratory guinea pigs, rats and mice to Mexico. Change made: First published. Time updated: 4:46pm, 29 January 2026 Newcastle disease in Europe Page summary: Preliminary outbreak assessments for Newcastle disease in Europe. Change made: Added – Preliminary Outbreak Assessment 26 January…
Ben KempFebruary 6, 2026