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Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes

Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes Page summary: UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use. Change made: Updated with latest information. Time updated: 2:14pm, 5 February 2026
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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Identifying sepsis cases in administrative data: a validation study

Identifying sepsis cases in administrative data: a validation study Page summary: UKHSA is working with the NHS to improve identification of sepsis in England. This study will help identify how many adults get sepsis in England and who is most affected. Change made: Updated vaccination study poster. Time updated: 5:15pm, 5 February 2026
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026

Dear members, the next commencement date of the The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 are due and cover a number of uses of data that will impact the sector including consent to processing for purposes of scientific research.   The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026   These are…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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MHRA Newsletter – January 2026

Preparing for the implementation and management of the new device registration fee We’ve published additional implementation and management guidance to help manufacturers, UK Responsible Persons and Authorised Representatives prepare for the new medical device registration fee, which comes into effect on 1 April 2026. The guidance explains how the fee will work and what organisations need to do to manage…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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Animal and Plant Health Agency Updates – WC 2nd February

Export of laboratory guinea pigs, rats and mice to Mexico: certificate 8130 Page summary: Apply online to export of laboratory guinea pigs, rats and mice to Mexico. Change made: First published. Time updated: 4:46pm, 29 January 2026 Newcastle disease in Europe Page summary: Preliminary outbreak assessments for Newcastle disease in Europe. Change made: Added – Preliminary Outbreak Assessment 26 January…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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DSIT Updates – WC 2nd February

National Data Library: progress update, January 2026 Page summary: Update on the discovery phase, guidelines for AI-ready data and 5 projects testing improved data sharing approaches. Change made: First published. Time updated: 12:01am, 26 January 2026 Cambridge supercomputer set to get 6 times more powerful as government backs British AI innovation Page summary: £36 million government investment into DAWN supercomputer.…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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DEFRA Updates – WC 2nd February

Climate adaption reporting fourth round: ports Page summary: Adaptation reports to Defra by port operators. Part of the fourth round of the adaptation reporting process under the Climate Change 2008 Act. Change made: We have added the Associated British Ports (ABP) Climate Change Adaptation Report 2024. Time updated: 3:09pm, 27 January 2026 Lumpy skin disease in Europe Page summary: Preliminary…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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DBT Updates – WC 2nd February

UK lenders step up with £11 billion push to back British businesses Page summary: UK banks agree £11 billion lending packages to support small business growth, particularly for small and mid-sized enterprises. Change made: First published. Time updated: 3:00pm, 26 January 2026 DBT worldwide offices Page summary: Contact details for Department for Business and Trade (DBT) offices around the world and a list…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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Brexit Updates – WC 2nd February

Register to use the Import Control System 2 Page summary: Use this system if you’re moving goods moving into Northern Ireland from Great Britain, or into Northern Ireland from countries outside the EU, and need to make an entry summary declaration. Change made: The section ‘When to register’ has been removed, as this information is now out of date. Information…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026
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PIC: Annual reporting of exports and imports

Dear members, PIC (Prior Informed Consent) notification and reporting is regarding cross border movements of certain hazardous chemicals, particularly substances of very high concern. PIC requires such shipments to be agreed with both the originating and destination countries. For some substances the PIC notifications are required at time of shipment, but for some substances and countries prior agreements are in…
Ben Kemp
February 6, 2026