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Less than three weeks to go until BIVDA’s Regulatory Affairs Seminar

There are less than 3 weeks until BIVDA's Regulatory Affairs Seminar 2026 returns on 10–11 February 2026 in Birmingham and just a few tickets are now remaining. We are pleased to announce that Kim Young, Regional Engagement Director, RAPs will present a session on The Future of Regulatory Affairs. This year's theme is 'Think Locally, Act Globally', dedicating a day…
Ben Kemp
January 19, 2026
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Join BIVDA on the UK IVD Mission to CACLP China

BIVDA would like to invite you to join us on the Department of Business and Trade (DBT) China's mission to the China International In Vitro Diagnostic Expo by CACLP, one of the largest exhibitions in the in vitro diagnostic industry worldwide. The mission will take place between Friday 20th March - Monday 23rd March 2026 in Xiamen City, China. Innovative…
Ben Kemp
January 7, 2026
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UK Biobank survey on data linkage

UK Biobank has released an important survey regarding the enhancement of data linkage to other resources — particularly relevant for those in the regulatory sphere. This represents a strategic opportunity to link UK Biobank’s deep phenotypic and genetic data with external registries, potentially revolutionising how virtual cohorts are validated and built. UK Biobank is a world-leading biomedical resource of 500,000…
Ben Kemp
January 7, 2026
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DigitalHealth.London Healthcare Challenges: Auditory Health – EOIs open

Do you have an innovation that could help transform auditory health? In collaboration with NHS England (London), DigitalHealth.London are now seeking expressions of interest from companies with solutions that could help address five priorities in auditory health across the life course, from early years through to older adults. The five priorities are: Improve access to auditory health services and reduce…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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Institute for Biomedical Innovation Survey

The Institute for Biomedical Innovation (IBI), a new major investment by the University of Cambridge, has launched a survey to help inform the next steps of their journey and better understand how they can support stakeholders. You can take the survey here and closes on 16th January. The answers will be anonymised, combined, and used to support a structured workshop on…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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UK & Singapore agree regulatory innovation partnership for HealthTech

Patients in the UK and Singapore are set to gain earlier access to cutting-edge medical innovations following the launch of a new regulatory innovation corridor between the two countries. This first-of-its-kind collaboration brings together the UK’s MHRA and Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) to accelerate the development and approval of the most promising healthcare technologies, including advanced diagnostics. With Flagship…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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MHRA: National AI Commission Call for Evidence

The MHRA have released a Call for Evidence regarding the regulation of AI in healthcare. This evidence will then inform the recommendations of the National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare. The Commission is a body which brings together experts from technology, healthcare, law, patient groups, the public, government, and the NHS. The MHRA is particularly keen to…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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Application window for duty suspensions to UK Global Tariff

  The OLS would like to make members aware that applications are currently open for duty suspensions to the UK Global Tariff. They are also inviting stakeholders to submit views on extensions to existing suspensions. The application form and additional information can be accessed at this link. The deadline for both applications to new suspensions and submission of views on…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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BIVDA & UL Emergo webinar: From Lab to Living Room: Applying Human Factors to Self Test IVDs

Make sure to register for BIVDA and Emergo by UL's webinar From Lab to Living Room: Applying Human Factors to Self Test IVDs. 📅 Tuesday 27th January 2026 ⏰ 2pm - 3pm This webinar will explore how human factors engineering principles can be applied to self‑test in vitro diagnostic devices (IVDs). Discussion will focus on regulatory expectations, practical approaches to…
Ben Kemp
January 6, 2026
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Webinar: Implementing Pharmacogenetic POCT Devices Nationally

SBK are hosting a webinar on 'Implementing Pharmacogenetic POCT Devices Nationally' on Thu 29 Jan 2026 12:00-13:00 (1 CPD Hour). Join colleagues from across the UK as they explore the national rollout of pharmacogenetic POCT devices and their transformative potential to reduce inequity and deliver personalised care. Take one hour out of your busy day to hear from the National…
Ben Kemp
January 5, 2026