Government announces new Urgent and Emergency Care Plan

MHRA launches new digital hub in Leeds

MHRA has launched a new digital hub in Leeds, as part of its broader strategy to enhance regulatory agility, strengthen digital capabilities, and deliver better outcomes. The hub will also enable closer collaboration with digital health networks, NHS organisations,...
ICBs to shrink to 27 clusters

ICBs to shrink to 27 clusters

NHSE has shared a map outlining the proposals for the consolidation and merging of ICBs. Under the plans, the 42 ICBs will move to 27 clusters, which are expected by NHSE to have formally merged by April 2026, or by 12 months later at the latest. Around a third of...
Medical Devices Regulations 2025 become law

Medical Devices Regulations 2025 become law

The Medical Devices (Amendment) (Great Britain) Regulations 2025 has become law, marking a significant step in the UK’s post-Brexit regulation. These amendments modify the Medical Devices Regulations 2002 to ensure continued supervision of medical devices in England,...
NHSE’s new blueprint for ICBs

NHSE’s new blueprint for ICBs

NHSE’s new blueprint for ICBs has been published; setting out a revised approach from 2025/26 as part of the 10-Year Health Plan delivery. The Model ICB Blueprint outlines a significant shift in the role of ICBs. Going forward, ICBs are to act as “strategic...