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MHRA highlights that manufacturers of medical devices must submit periodic update reports using a new standardised format, safety data and actions taken to address risks. The guidance outlines...

The NHS is prioritising neighbourhood health services by integrating community and primary care to keep patients out of hospital. Trusts across England are already collaborating with local partners...

A government-commissioned review has found that while the UK is strong in research and innovation, it falls behind in adopting new technologies across sectors. The report calls for better...

The UK Government has published a refreshed industrial strategy focused on long-term growth, innovation, and productivity. The plan outlines priority sectors including advanced manufacturing, clean...

The 2025 Spending Review outlines a significant commitment to the NHS, with a record increase of £29 billion in annual day-to-day funding. Highlights from the announcement include: A planned...

The Government has unveiled a new Urgent and Emergency Care Plan to improve ambulance response times and emergency department performance. Key measures include 500 new ambulances, 40 new same day...

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...

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...

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...

The Government will be introducing new 10 year budget cycles for certain areas of research and development (R&D) funding to provide greater long-term certainty for research institutions, and...

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...

As you will be aware, in a headline announcement this morning, the Prime Minister announced that NHS England will be abolished and brought under "democratic control" in an attempt to cut bureaucracy...