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Covid-19 Desktop Validation – BIVDA Update

The letter sent by BIVDA on behalf of members has been escalated with UKHSA separately to the team conducting the CTDA process. We have spoken directly to the procurement and market engagement teams, and our concerns have been acknowledged, but with no indication of a resolution at this stage. We have made it very clear that we expect a formal…
Ben Kemp
December 10, 2021
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Presentation to be held next Thursday on the Chinese IVD industry & its future developments

The China Association of In Vitro Diagnostics (CAIVD) will be presenting an 'Overview of the Chinese IVD Industry & its future developments' to BIVDA members next Thursday 16 December at 9.30AM. The presentation is primarily aimed at members of BIVDA's Export Working Party, however any member is welcome to attend. Carolyn Eychenne, CAIVD International Liaison Officer & CACLP Business Development…
Ben Kemp
December 9, 2021
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BIVDA supports women in STEM through the ‘COVID Unsung Heroes Awards’

The 'COVID Unsung Heroes Awards' is an initiative being led to spotlight the extraordinary contribution made by women in the STEM space during the COVID-19 pandemic. BIVDA is delighted to support this excellent opportunity to recognise the efforts of women during these unprecedented times who strove to help improve lives and health outcomes. There are several award categories for these…
Ben Kemp
December 9, 2021
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BIVDA supports Stakeholder Group’s call for clarity on UK access to Horizon Europe

The European Stakeholder Group has issued a joint statement calling for clarity on the United Kingdom’s association to Horizon Europe as soon as possible. A formalisation of the UK's involvement and access to the Horizon Europe programme has not yet taken place following the UK's departure from the European Union. Horizon Europe is the EU’s key funding programme for research…
Ben Kemp
December 9, 2021
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UK-Singapore digital trade deal agreed in principle

The United Kingdom has secured an agreement-in-principle with Singapore on a digital trade deal that will “capitalise on the UK’s strengths as the world’s second largest services exporter and leading digital hub”. Through the trade deal, the Government says there will be a reduction in costs, reduced bureaucratic red tape, and that it will pave the way for a “new…
Ben Kemp
December 9, 2021
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NHS suppliers obliged to use e-invoices from next year

National leaders have said that suppliers to NHS commissioners must use electronic invoices from April 2022 onwards. This change is being made in order to lessen the reliance on paper for documents relating to administration, supply chains etc within the NHS. According to the NHS, paper use makes up 3% of NHS supply chain carbon emissions. From the April 2022…
Ben Kemp
December 9, 2021