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UKHSA launches call for evidence to tackle rising TB

UKHSA has launched a call for evidence to help shape the next 5-year Tuberculosis (TB) National Action Plan for England, which will run from 2026 to 2031. The latest data for England show that TB rates are rising, and TB epidemiology is changing. TB rates are diverging further from the trajectory required to achieve WHO elimination targets. Renewed action is…
Ben Kemp
April 8, 2025
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BIVDA Market Audit 2024 results

UK IVD Market Recovery The BIVDA Market Audit (MA) results for calendar year 2024 have been published and distributed to participating companies. The total IVD market recovered by about 6% after a drop due to the loss of Covid testing and the slow return to full elective activity, and this was derived from all disciplines except infectious diseases and genetic…
Ben Kemp
April 8, 2025
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Trump Tariffs: member views needed by DBT

DBT have requested feedback and submissions on how the UK government should respond to President Trump's tariffs, including the impact of retaliatory tariffs by the UK. We are currently assessing the announcements to evaluate the impact on IVD manufacturing and components and will update members in due course. In the meantime, we would greatly appreciate if members could provide feedback on…
Ben Kemp
April 8, 2025
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Have what it takes to be UKCA Sub-Group Chair or Vice Chair? Apply now!

  BIVDA is seeking a new Chair and Vice Chair of the UKCA Sub-Group to help lead the group during this critical time for regulatory advocacy. This is your opportunity to help the industry navigate the MHRA's updated UK Medical Device Regulations and other regulatory challenges. The Chair and Vice Chair will help to: Organise and co-ordinate our member responses…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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NIHR provides £30 million extension funding for Innovation Accelerator programme

Innovate UK has announced £30 million of extension funding to the Innovation Accelerator (IA) programme which is helping to shape the future of UK industrial strategy. The programme focuses on locally-led innovation that drives economic growth and technological advancement across three key UK regions: Glasgow City Region Greater Manchester West Midlands The IA programme is led by Innovate UK on…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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BIVDA hold AGM in London

Last Wednesday, BIVDA welcomed members, stakeholders and partners to our 2025 AGM held at One Great George Street, Westminster. The event began with the annual report on BIVDA's progress from Chief Executive, Helen Dent, compared against BIVDA's three-year strategy unveiled the previous year. The meeting also marked Helen's first year in her role. Amongst the business of the day was…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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New BIVDA Chair appointed

We are delighted to announce that Richard Hames (Werfen UK) has been elected as the new Chair of BIVDA. Richard, a longstanding member of BIVDA’s board, brings extensive experience in the diagnostics industry. His leadership will be fundamental as we continue advocating for the sector at the highest levels and delivering on our strategic goals for members. Richard will serve…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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NIHR – i4i programme funding window opens on 9th April

The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme invites applications to enhance timely access to care through the development, clinical validation and/or real-world evidence generation of transformative and disruptive technologies. This funding opportunity, therefore, supports the development of innovative health technologies aimed at reducing waiting times and waiting lists for individuals in need of care, in any setting. This is a one-stage,…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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