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Ben Kemp

Would you like a visit from a Minister? Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Would you like a visit from a Minister?

BIVDA have been in contact with DHSC regarding visits to member companies from ministers. This could be an excellent opportunity for members to publicise their company and raise awareness of the effectiveness of products to relevant ministers. As such, please could you let Ben know if you are interested in a visit as well as some background information about your…
Ben Kemp
August 6, 2024
New hospitals programme under threat following Labour review HighlightsHighlights Archive

New hospitals programme under threat following Labour review

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has paused the hospital building programme, a previous election pledge from the Conservatives, while a full review is conducted. She emphasised the need for the programme to be realistic and thoroughly budgeted. - Reeves introduced spending cuts last week while criticising the previous Conservative government for allegedly obscuring the true state of public finances, leaving Labour…
Ben Kemp
August 5, 2024
NHSE devolving further services to ICBs HighlightsHighlights Archive

NHSE devolving further services to ICBs

In a letter, senior NHS leaders Julian Kelly and Steve Russell have announced NHS England's intention to delegate additional NHS England commissioning functions to ICBs. They believe this will enable them to continue providing care which best suits their local populations and deliver improved integration. This includes the final set of specialised commissioning and vaccinations, screening and child health information…
Ben Kemp
August 5, 2024
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First patent filing in IPO’s new digital service

The One IPO Transformation Programme is the biggest services upgrade that the IPO has had in more than 170 years of its history. Commenced in 2021 they have just reached a significant landmark on their journey: the filing of the first patent application on the new fully digital patents service. This will make applying for, managing and monitoring patents far…
Ben Kemp
July 17, 2024
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Update from MedTech Europe in response to the EU ‘One Health’ initiative.

MedTech Europe’s final letter on the One Health Task Force’s Joint Action Programme has been submitted to the Executive Directors of the five agencies EMA, ECHA, EEA, EFSA and ECDC. You can find the letter here.
Ben Kemp
July 17, 2024
SBRI Healthcare Funding Opportunities – AMR & Women’s Health Membership NewsMembership News Archive

SBRI Healthcare Funding Opportunities – AMR & Women’s Health

Today (17 July), SBRI Healthcare have announced two funding competitions relevant to BIVDA members: one on AMR and one on women's health. Both competitions close on 28 August 2024 at 1pm.   AMR Competition: The competition is open to any innovation (e.g., medical device, in-vitro diagnostic, digital health solutions and AI solutions, behavioural interventions, and service improvements) that meets the…
Ben Kemp
July 17, 2024