EFSA Assessment New Genomic Techniques Draft Protocol Consultation EFSA has launched a public consultation on the protocol for ‘Request to provide scientific and technical assistance for a regular horizon scanning to assess new scientific data on plants, animals, microorganisms and products thereof obtained by new genomic techniques’. EFSA Assessment New Genomic Techniques Draft Protocol Consultation
EFSA Re‐evaluation of Acesulfame K (E 950) as a Food Additive EFSA’s Food Additives and Flavourings Panel has published its updated opinion on acesulfame K (E 950), confirming no safety concerns at current use levels. The acceptable daily intake has been raised to 15 mg/kg bw/day, up from 9 mg/kg. EFSA Re‐evaluation of Acesulfame K (E 950) as a Food Additive
EFSA Public Consultation on Mangosteen Peel Extract as a Novel Food EFSA has launched a public consultation on the application for the authorisation of Mangosteen Peel Extract as a novel food. EFSA Public Consultation on Mangosteen Peel Extract as a Novel Food
Import of Animal Products And Composite Products to GB – Updated Guidance Defra has updated their guidance on importing products of animal origin and on importing composite products for human consumption to include rules for imports from anywhere in the world, not just from the EU. Import of Animal Products And Composite Products to GB – Updated Guidance
MHRA Statement on Products Containing Cannabidiol (CBD) The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published its opinion on the regulatory status of products containing CBD. MHRA Statement on Products Containing Cannabidiol (CBD)
EFSA Meeting: Clarifying the Scientific Rationale on Monacolins from Red Yeast Rice EFSA will hold an ad-hoc teleconference on 23 May to clarify the scientific rationale behind its opinion on additional scientific data related to the safety of monacolins from red yeast rice. EFSA Meeting: Clarifying the Scientific Rationale on Monacolins from Red Yeast Rice
DBT – Request for Input on Potential UK Measures in Response to US Tariffs The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is seeking input from stakeholders on potential UK measures in response to recent US tariff announcements. DBT – Request for Input on Potential UK Measures in Response to US Tariffs
EU Life Sciences Strategy – Call for Evidence The European Commission has opened a Call for Evidence on the EU Life Sciences Strategy, closing 17 April 2025. EU Life Sciences Strategy – Call for Evidence
EFSA Public Consultation on the Application for Authorisation of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a Novel Food EFSA has launched a public consultation on the Application for the authorization of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a novel food. EFSA Public Consultation on the Application for Authorisation of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a Novel Food
DHSC Public Appointments: October 2024 – March 2025 The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced its non-executive appointments for the period from October 2024 to March 2025. DHSC Public Appointments: October 2024 – March 2025
Innovate UK – New Executive Chair Selected Tom Adeyoola has been selected as the preferred head of Innovate UK. Once confirmed by parliament, he will act as Chair and will be part of the largest national public research funder, helping businesses turn cutting-edge ideas into real-world products. Innovate UK – New Executive Chair Selected
Deadline to Submit pEPR Data Obligated businesses must submit 2024 packaging data by 1 April 2025 under new extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR) scheme Deadline to Submit pEPR Data
