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UKHSA wastewater monitoring programme launched to catch pandemic threats

A programme has been expanded to evaluate how wastewater monitoring could be used to detect a wider range of dangerous pathogens has been launched by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Over the coming months, UKHSA laboratories, using £1.3 million of investment from the UK Integrated Security Fund (ISF), will assess the use of cutting-edge technologies to improve the UK’s…
Ben Kemp
September 2, 2025
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DHSC Call for Evidence on Pathology Managed Services – deadline extended to 19th September

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has extended the deadline for its Call for Evidence on Pathology Managed Service Contracts to 19th September 2025, allowing members more time to take advantage of this vital opportunity for our industry to shape the future of pathology procurement in the NHS. Managed service contracts are central to how pathology services operate. The decisions…
Ben Kemp
September 1, 2025
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Government launches new Genomic Population Health Service

The Government has announced a new genomics population health service, with NHS staff being trained to identify patients eligible for genomic testing. At the heart of this initiative, nurses will lead the way as local genomics champions — helping patients access faster, more accurate diagnoses closer to home, alongside vital support and counselling where needed. The new service will build…
Ben Kemp
September 1, 2025
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OLS £520m Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF) webinar for BIVDA members

We would like to invite members to register for this exclusive 30-min webinar for BIVDA members led by the OLS's LSIMF team on the £520m Life Science Innovative Manufacturing Fund this Friday 5th September at 12pm - 12:30pm. This fund is designed to: - Strengthen the UK’s life sciences manufacturing capacity and capability - Boost health resilience - Unlock significant…
Ben Kemp
September 1, 2025
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UK MHRA CDx guidance for clinical trials updated 22AUG2025

Dear members, following our feedback to the MHRA, on August 22nd the Clinical Trials Guidance page on gov.uk was updated. The update includes specifics of trial submission when companion diagnostics are involved in GB. Separate IVDR related guidance applies to trials conducted in Northern Ireland. Thanks to Alison Gillies, Leica Biosystems who spotted and reported the update, which I don’t…
Ben Kemp
August 28, 2025
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A Deep Dive into Regulatory Intelligence in Europe

Advance with Insight. Lead with Intelligence. In an era of accelerated innovation and ever-changing global requirements, regulatory intelligence requires more than just knowledge — it demands foresight. The 2025 Regulatory Intelligence Conference Europe, an immersive two-day conference hosted by TOPRA and RAPS, is designed to equip you with the strategic insights and tools to stay ahead. Here’s a sneak peek…
Ben Kemp
August 28, 2025
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