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Clinical trials regulations: six-month countdown begins

A new post, “Clinical trials regulations: six-month countdown begins” has just been published on the MedRegs blog. In six months’ time, on 28 April 2026, the most significant update to UK clinical trials regulations in two decades will come into force. This will be a pivotal moment for the evolving clinical trial landscape and marks a new … Read the…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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EM on EU Regulation 2025/637 amending 2022/2292 (COM(2025)518)

EM on EU Regulation 2025/637 amending 2022/2292 (COM(2025)518) Page summary: The government’s summary of an EU Commission Delegated Regulation 2025/637 with regards to entry into the Union of certain animal-derived products. Change made: First published. Time updated: 6:16pm, 24 October 2025
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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DEFRA Updates (WC 27 October)

Packaging data: check reporting periods and submission deadlines Page summary: Find out when large and small organisations affected by Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging (EPR) must collect and submit packaging data. Change made: Updating deadline information for the next reporting period, including information about registration deadlines. Time updated: 3:02pm, 20 October 2025 New financial penalties for environmental offences Page summary:…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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Find a professional to certify export health certificates

Find a professional to certify export health certificates Page summary: A list of organisations in England, Scotland and Wales that inspect and certify animals and animal products for export. The list does not include every certifier. Change made: Updated the list of professionals who can certify export health certificates in England. Time updated: 4:12pm, 23 October 2025
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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DSIT Updates (WC 27th October)

UK regions given extra £20m science and tech cash boost as new investment kicks off landmark growth summit Page summary: Greater Manchester, West Midlands and Glasgow City Region backed with £50m each to support local innovation priorities, plus £30m life sci investment unlocked Change made: First published. Time updated: 12:01am, 19 October 2025 UK-Sweden Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation in…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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DBT Updates (WC 27 October)

UK-Central America committee documents Page summary: Decisions, documents and meeting minutes from UK-Central America countries committees. Change made: ‘12 November 2024: Joint minutes of the second meeting of the UK-Central America customs, trade facilitation and rules of origin sub-committee’ added to page. Time updated: 10:55am, 20 October 2025 Western Balkans Summit Economy Ministers' meeting: 16 October 2025 Page summary: This…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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DHSC Updates (WC 27 October)

Major NHS update brings menopause into routine health checks Page summary: Menopause advice will be added to free health checks to help millions of women get the care they need. Change made: First published. Time updated: 12:01am, 23 October 2025 Advances in science set to transform treatments for people living with dementia Page summary: From blood tests to AI, new…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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MHRA Updates (WC 27 October)

Medical devices given exceptional use authorisations Page summary: List of manufacturers and their medical devices granted an exemption by MHRA. The list also includes manufacturers whose exemption expired or was cancelled. Change made: Updated – ‘List of medical devices given exceptional use authorisations’: (DEU/008/2022/015) 10 April 2026 – Extension issued Time updated: 10:49am, 21 October 2025 Government cuts red tape…
Ben Kemp
October 31, 2025
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Nexperia Semiconductor Supply Exposure — feedback for DHSC

DHSC have highlighted an emerging risk to the UK medical technology supply chain following recent developments involving Nexperia, a major global supplier of legacy semiconductors. The Dutch government’s recent intervention and the subsequent Chinese export ban on Nexperia products have disrupted a significant portion of the company’s supply chain, with potential implications for the availability of critical chips used in…
Ben Kemp
October 28, 2025
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AI Growth Lab: Call for Evidence

The MHRA are seeking evidence on a pioneering cross-economy sandbox, that would oversee the deployment of AI-enabled products and services that current regulation hinders. The Lab would deliver more dynamic UK regulation. Regulatory decisions on novel technologies can often take years, but we know that regulatory sandboxes can accelerate time to market by 40%. The AI Growth Lab would support…
Ben Kemp
October 28, 2025
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