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Media Monitoring: 14th – 27th May

“Huge moment” as the health service hits 18-week target amid half-a-million waiting list drop The NHS has hit its target for the number of patients waiting 18-weeks thanks to the biggest improvement in waiting times since the launch of the iPad. In March, 65.3% of patients were waiting 18-weeks, as the waiting list fell by over 312,000 last year, the…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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Read Beth’s article on Value-Based Procurement article in Pathology in Practice

BIVDA Director of Market Access and Operations Beth Loudon examines value-based procurement (VBP) in the latest edition of Pathology in Practice. In the article, Beth provides an introduction to VBP for practitioners working in NHS pathology services, explores common challenges and discusses practical steps that would make VBP workable. Members can log in to Pathology in Practice here to read…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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Amendment to law to help remove misleading self-tests from shelves

Amendments to the Devices Law on “Misleading or Unsubstantiated Claims” have been enacted by the MHRA following a lengthy investigation by the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Birmingham Diagnostic team. The amendment will remove tests from the market that mislead users regarding intended use, safety, or performance; when supporting evidence is inadequate or when it fails to inform of significant risk,…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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Join BIVDA President Angela Douglas at Path360 in July

Our partners Convenzis are hosting Path360 2026: The NHS Pathology Strategy Conference South, taking place on 7 July 2026 at Prospero House, London and would like to invite members to participate. The agenda is now fully confirmed and includes a session from BIVDA President Angela Douglas. Members will also hear from and network with NHS pathology leaders, laboratory teams, healthcare scientists…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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Join industry roundtable and tour of Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), London

Oncology innovators are invited to join industry roundtable and tour of Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), London. Developing new treatments, tools and systems to fight cancer increasingly depends on access to advanced scientific infrastructure, clinical expertise, patient datasets, specialist laboratory services, and translational research capabilities. ​The London Cancer Hub, in partnership with the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), The Royal…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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NIHR Innovation Catalyst Webinar – 3rd June

Are you a member developing a disruptive health technology, diagnostic, or therapeutic? Then you may be interested in the NIHR Innovation Catalyst, designed to generate and accelerate a pipeline of game-changing innovations for the NHS and wider health and social care system. Register for our launch webinar on 3rd June fr0m 11am - 12:30pm to learn how your organisation can…
Ben Kemp
May 26, 2026
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Grow your business through the PHTA in Birmingham

The Precision Health Technologies Accelerator (PHTA) at the University of Birmingham is a leading life sciences hub designed to accelerate healthcare innovation. It brings together industry, clinicians, and researchers within a collaborative ecosystem to develop and commercialise new diagnostics, therapies, and medical technologies. PHTA offers state-of-the-art laboratory and office facilities, alongside business support, access to clinical expertise, and advanced prototyping…
Ben Kemp
May 22, 2026
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Inspire the next generation of scientists with the BioInnovators Challenge 2026-27

Want to inspire teenagers to become the next generation of biomedical scientists? Future Biotechnologists is seeking sponsorship to help launch the BioInnovators Challenge - a UK-wide initiative engaging students aged 14–17 in real-world biotechnology and pharmaceutical problem-solving through hands-on investigation and creativity. Designed for the TikTok and Instagram generation, the Challenge will combine science with social media, encouraging students to create…
Ben Kemp
May 22, 2026
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