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The Medical Research Council (MRC) is a national funding agency dedicated to improving human health by supporting research across the entire spectrum of medical sciences, in universities and hospitals, in MRC units, centres and institutes in the UK, and in...
What you need to do to place a medical device on the Great Britain, Northern Ireland and European Union (EU) markets.
Information and guidance on a range of medical devices for users and patients.
Information for manufacturers of medical devices about reporting adverse incidents and field safety corrective actions to the MHRA.
How the MHRA makes decisions on when a product is a medical device (borderline products), and which risk class should apply to a medical device.
Advice for manufacturers of Class I medical devices for placing products on the UK market
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing medical or dental treatment and insurance
How to notify the MHRA of your intention to carry out a clinical investigation for medical devices.
The requirements for 3D printed products will depend on whether they are classed as medical devices, personal protective equipment (PPE) or both.
How to get an ENG1 or ML5 medical certificate.
How to apply for repayment of import duty and VAT on protective equipment or medical supplies brought into the UK from non-EU countries from 30 January 2020 up to 31 December 2020.
List of medical repatriation companies for British nationals who are seriously ill or injured abroad and need medical evacuation to the UK.
Guidance for healthcare professionals on managing specific medicines and medical devices and using them safely.
There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
What you need to know before you can place a medical device on the Great Britain market with a UKCA mark.
How to apply for a clinical trial including eligibility, phases, model IMPDs, costs and how to make changes to your application.
How to get fast-track approval of medical devices during COVID-19.
How to conform with the legal requirements for placing medical devices on the market.
How to register your medical devices with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) for the markets in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Information for British people on medical support in Thailand including mental health, lists of hospitals and care homes and how the British embassy can help.
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