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MHRA consultation on proposals to indefinitely recognise CE marked medical devices in GB

The MHRA has launched a consultation on proposals for indefinite recognition of CE-marked medical devices in Great Britain (GB), aimed at protecting patient access and ensuring the continued supply of safe and effective medical technologies. Around 90% of medical devices currently used in Great Britain are CE marked, and the MHRA believes the proposals for indefinite recognition would ensure consistent long-term supply to…

Ben KempFebruary 17, 2026

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BIVDA responds to Government’s National Cancer Plan

On World Cancer Day, the Government released its National Cancer Plan for England. BIVDA Chief Executive Helen Dent, welcomed the plan, saying: ‘BIVDA is delighted that much of what we have championed over the past few years is clearly reflected in this plan. This includes the strengthened focus on genomics and the commitment to a more coherent innovation pathway, however,…

Ben KempFebruary 17, 2026

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Government publishes PFAS Plan

Yesterday, the UK Government published its plan on PFAS substances, with the goal of restricting their use, monitoring their presence in the environment, and, where possible, removing them. The plan acknowledges the challenges of restricting PFAS substances, particularly in sectors such as ours where PFAS is internationally used because of its specific technical and performance properties, and the international collaboration…

Ben KempFebruary 4, 2026

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BIVDA-NICE Roundtable

Last week, BIVDA hosted a roundtable with NICE at our offices, bringing members together with senior NICE leaders to strengthen our relationship and provide clarity on NICE’s processes. With a new CEO, Professor Jonathan Benger, and Executive Director of HealthTech and Advice, Thomas Slater, it was a timely opportunity to refresh our partnership. We welcomed 25 members to the roundtable…

Ben KempFebruary 3, 2026

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PHD AI researcher seeking sponsorship

BIVDA would like to notify members of a UCL PhD student who is seeking sponsorship. She will study Human Computer Interaction, specifically applying digital to mental health solutions to help developers design AI tools for a more empathetic outcome. Previously, she has worked as a management consultant delivering digital transformation projects across public and private sectors and recently completed an…

Ben KempFebruary 3, 2026

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Launch of Healthcare Science Innovation Fellowship Programme in Wales

Applications for the Healthcare Science Innovation Fellowship programme have now opened. The programme is being delivered by the NIHR HeathTech Research Centre (HRC) in Long-Term Conditions (Devices for Dignity), supported by Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and Healthcare Science Cymru. The Innovation Fellowships offer an exciting opportunity for NHS Wales Healthcare Science professionals to gain experience and expertise in…

Ben KempFebruary 3, 2026

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Submit your views about NICE and their Healthtech evaluation programme

BIVDA members are invited to share their views on NICE and their Healthtech evaluation programme. This survey is timely given recent BIVDA's recent roundtable with NICE and any insight gained will help to inform future communications. The survey will take around 5 minutes to complete. It closes at midnight on Sunday 8 February 2026. In exchange for your support with…

Ben KempFebruary 3, 2026

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DHSC: Product Information Management system (PIM) – opportunity for members

DHSC has invited BIVDA members to be future Data Providers to the PIM service and to participate in testing the early prototype of it. DHSC would value members' expert opinion on PIM which will be a trusted, central platform for medical device product information, enabling users across the NHS to easily access accurate, high-quality data to support safe, informed care…

Ben KempFebruary 3, 2026