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DHSC Updates (WC 11 August)

NHS begins rollout of world-first gonorrhoea vaccine programme Page summary: NHS and local authorities begin rollout of world-first gonorrhoea vaccination programme across the country. Change made: First published. Time updated: 7:32am, 4 August 2025 Transforming the UK clinical research system: August 2025 update Page summary: An update on progress the government has made to implement the Lord O’Shaughnessy review of…
Ben Kemp
August 14, 2025
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MHRA Updates (WC 11 August)

Public advised to stop using certain non-sterile alcohol-free wipes Page summary: Due to risk of infection, non-sterile alcohol-free wipes are not appropriate for the treatment of injuries, wounds or on broken skin, nor for cleaning of intravenous lines. Change made: First published. Time updated: 2:00pm, 4 August 2025 COVID-19 test validation approved products Page summary: Find out which COVID-19 test…
Ben Kemp
August 14, 2025
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PIC: Export and import of hazardous chemicals

Notifying exports of PIC chemicals for 2026 Companies should notify their exports to HSE as the GB PIC Designated National Authority (DNA) HSE invites companies to submit notifications for exports of chemicals in the GB PIC list that are expected to take place during 2026. The GB PIC Regulation requires the first export of a listed chemical in any calendar…
Ben Kemp
August 14, 2025
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Clinical Trials update – August 2025

New report published on simplified means of seeking and recording consent in clinical trials We’ve published the findings of a survey we ran earlier this year to understand people’s views on using simplified arrangements for consent in certain clinical trials. As part of the updated clinical trials regulations, sponsors will be allowed to use simplified arrangements for obtaining and evidencing…
Ben Kemp
August 6, 2025
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MHRA Update (WC 4 Aug)

COVID-19 test validation approved products Page summary: Find out which COVID-19 test products have been approved. Change made: Updated ‘Products approved under the Medical Devices Coronavirus Test Device Approvals Amendment Regulations’ CSV file. Time updated: 10:34am, 30 July 2025 Our governance Page summary: The main decision-making, executive and managerial bodies at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). Change…
Ben Kemp
August 6, 2025
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Training and events: UKHSA Knowledge and Library Services

Training and events: UKHSA Knowledge and Library Services Page summary: Knowledge and Library Services (KLS) provide a range of information skills training for eligible staff. Training is available in group or one-to-one settings. Change made: Updated training session dates added for August and September. Time updated: 10:16am, 6 August 2025
Ben Kemp
August 6, 2025
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DSIT Update (WC 4 Aug)

Smart Data opportunities in digital markets Page summary: We are seeking views on whether and how to introduce a Smart Data scheme in digital markets, using the new powers provided under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Change made: First published. Time updated: 3:00pm, 28 July 2025 Local leaders in every UK nation backed by £30 million each to…
Ben Kemp
August 6, 2025