Medicines and vaccines are transforming our lives like never before. We represent the companies that make them possible. 📨 PressOffice@abpi.org.uk
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Following a consultation, the @DHSCgovuk will implement its proposals to reduce the statutory scheme's headline payment percentage for 2026 and beyond to 16.5%, maintaining broad commercial equivalence with the Voluntary Scheme.
Read more here: gov.uk/government/consultati…
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.@DHSCgovukalso plans to launch an alternative approach to consulting on future adjustments, using direct engagement through workshops with industry and patient groups. Importantly, this still includes an option to submit written evidence, ensuring anyone has the opportunity to have their say.
Read more here: gov.uk/government/consultati…
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Dr Claire Fuller of @NHSEngland is speaking at #NHSConfedExpo26
She says that part of the problem with vaccine fatigue is the success of vaccines - we no longer see the diseases that vaccines prevent, which means people don't appreciate the danger of these diseases anymore.
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Our board member Peter Wickersham is talking in our panel session on medicines and vaccines at #ConfedExpo26
He says medicines and vaccines aren't the solution by themselves, you also need to have a system that is geared up to delivering them to patients.
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It's today! Looking forward to some great discussions at #NHSConfedExpo 🎉
Join us at the Life Sciences and Innovation Theatre. First up:
📌 NHS modernisation: improving patient outcomes through medicines and vaccines - 10:00 – 10:40
The stage is set...
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Jun 9
9 in 10 medicines fail during development – often due to challenges predicting safety early on.
A new sandbox will explore how AI can spot side effects earlier.
🔗brnw.ch/21x3cIW
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Pleased to be supporting the Newcomer of the Year award at this years @absw awards! Good luck to all finalists!
📣 #ABSWawards Finalists announced!
🔗 zurl.co/ghOYq
Of note were the range of pieces focused on the cuts to scientific research funding in the USA. Journalists investigated the impact on individuals, institutions and communities both in the USA and internationally.
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On International Clinical Trials Day, we're highlighting the importance of clinical trials, without which we would have no new medicines or vaccines.
Dr Janet Valentine explains in the video below. #ICTD @NIHRresearch @HRA_Latest @MHRAgovuk
youtube.com/watch?v=PaqVlVyz…
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We’re delighted to welcome a new @Plaid_Cymru government under @RhunapIorwerth’s leadership.
We will continue our work to support equitable access to innovation, drive health and economic ambitions and deliver better health outcomes for people in Wales.
Our manifesto sets out how we can work together to achieve these goals: abpi.org.uk/publications/a-d…
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Prif Weinidog Cymru - Rhun ap Iorwerth.
Rhun ap Iorwerth - your new First Minister of Wales. 🏴
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New blog 🔎 | @ABPI_UK's Sophie Caseby examines the latest @EFPIA_HQ W.A.I.T. report — and what it means for NHS patients.
England ranks 7th in Europe for access to new medicines. But for cancer treatments? 14th.
The data matters. The patients behind it matter more.
Read more 👉 abpi.org.uk/media/blogs/2026…
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Medicines supply issues are relatively rare, but when they happen, they can have a serious impact on patients.
Our new report sets out how to improve the supply chain to anticipate risks and respond quickly when disruption occurs.
Read more: abpi.org.uk/publications/bui…
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Decentralised or hybrid clinical trials can bring research closer to home - boosting access & inclusion.
A new @acmedsci report, supported by us @NIHRrdn shows how to encourage more of these trials: choice, trust & clearer guidance.
Read more: acmedsci.ac.uk/file-download…
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✅ The Health Minister has launched the "This is our Health" programme.
🤝 The large scale innovation is designed to establish a clear, shared deal between the NI public and the health and social care system.
👉 More info: health-ni.gov.uk/news/minist…
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We are celebrating World Immunization Week🎉
Vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations and as part of our free learning resources for schools you can find out more about the importance of vaccinations with Ellie.
abpischools.org.uk/topics/el…
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New reforms on clinical trials come into force today! The changes include a new faster route for approval of lower-risk clinical trials.
Visit @MHRAgovuk's new clinical trials hub below for more information ⬇️
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New regulations came into effect today (28 April 2026). brnw.ch/21x1ZXh
The MHRA’s Clinical Trials (CT) Hub provides guidance to help sponsors apply the new regulations.
Visit our Clinical Trials Hub: brnw.ch/21x1ZXg
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The panel discussed how co-creation between industry, academia, government and the NHS is essential to remove barriers and expand access to research. #ABPIconf26
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Next up is our clinical trials panel!
Improvements in regulatory performance, alongside the UK’s unique health data assets, are strengthening the environment for commercial and non commercial clinical trials.
For industry, the priorities are clear: predictability, accuracy and speed.
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The ABPI Exam offers qualifications to help make sure all industry personnel have the understanding they need to promote medicines ethically. Each year, the ABPI recognises the outstanding exam candidate who has achieved the highest grade.
This year's winner is Pedro Figueiredo Aparicio from Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine UK
Many congratulations to Pedro! 🎉👏🏆
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Panellists pointed to the value of bringing together industry, government, academia and the health system to unlock the UK’s full potential.
#ABPIconf26
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