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IBMS newsletter for all members
October 2025 - Latest news
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Featured News
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Catch up on your CPD with IBMS resources
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The latest from Harvey's Lab Tours
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HCPC renewal window for Biomedical Scientists now open
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) renewal window for Biomedical Scientists opened on 1st September 2025 and will remain open until 30th November 2025.
Renewing your registration on time is essential to maintain your HCPC registration and continue practising as a Biomedical Scientist. The HCPC strongly encourages registrants to renew as early as possible to ensure a smooth process and avoid any last-minute stress.
You can renew via your HCPC online account as soon as the window opens. You do not need to wait for an invitation or reminder email.
For full details and guidance, visit the HCPC website: www.hcpc-uk.org/renew
Training Officer Support Forum - Hosts Wanted
We are looking for volunteers to host our Training Officer Support Forums. These are drop-in sessions that take place on the first Tuesday of every month between 12-1pm.
The Training Officer Support Forums enable members and training officers to come together to discuss training plans, how to prepare for verification, and any other issues raised at IBMS Training for Trainers events.
If you are interested in volunteering to host please get in touch with our Communications Team.
#CLINICAL24 2025
Clinical24 takes place from Oct 1 – Dec 31, 2025 and is a flagship 3-month campaign that will highlight a typical day in the clinical lab. It will explore critical challenges, technology solutions and breakthrough clinical science being employed around the world, through useful and practical information, engaging content, and conversation.
IBMS Chief Executive David Wells was interviewed about overcoming barriers to NHS new technology adoption.
Please visit their website for more information about the campaign.
Professional Standards Authority updates Right-touch regulation
The Professional Standards Authority has published an updated version of Right-touch regulation. It uses a principles-based framework to help decide how best to protect the public by assessing the level of risk of harm and choosing the most effective and proportionate response, whether through regulation or other actions. The last version was published in 2015, and the current version expands on its central ideas to support regulators in responding to the challenges and opportunities faced today.
IBMS makes the London & South East Finance Awards 2025 Shortlist
The IBMS's Finance Team has made the shortlist for the London & South East Finance Awards for the Pharma & Healthcare Finance Team Of The Year Award. Shortlisted teams have demonstrated excellence in their fields, with proven examples of collective success over the last 12 months.
The winner will be announced at the awards ceromony on Thursday, 23rd October 2025.
Read more about the awards here.
Community of Practice for Advanced and Consultant Biomedical Scientist Survey
Advanced and Consultant Biomedical Scientists are invited to take part in a survey about establishing a Community of Practice to connect professionals in our field and facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing and career development.
Your input will help us better understand your expectations, interests and preferences, allowing us to create a tailored and valuable experience for all members. Please complete the survey at the link below by 31.10.25. For more information, contact Nicola Rouse: [email protected].
Survey on digital system training and CPD for Biomedical Scientists
Biomedical Scientists and Trainee Biomedical Scientists working in hospital laboratories are invited to take part in this research survey on how the rollout of Electronic Patient Records (EPR) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is shaping training and CPD.
The survey intends to identify potential gaps in digital awareness and how these could be addressed to strengthen continuing professional development (CPD), which is required for maintaining HCPC state registration.
For further information, Scarlet can be contacted at: [email protected]
STEM for Britain 2025
Applications are now open to early-career research scientists who wish to exhibit posters in Biological and Biomedical Sciences at STEM for Britain 2026. The IBMS is passionate about supporting research in biomedical science and has proudly sponsored these awards since 2012.
Read more here.
NIHR Undergraduate Internship Programme
The Undergraduate Internship Programme (UIP) is designed to engage and attract students from underrepresented professions to consider a career in health and social care research. The students should be in the early stages of their academic studies.
You can apply for up to 3 early-career researchers per application to host up to a total maximum of 3 interns. Each application must have a lead applicant and may have co-applicant(s) if applicable.
The interns will gain hands-on experience through a fully funded and flexible placement in the area or discipline they are interested in pursuing. The duration of the internship can be 2-4, 4-6 or 6-8 weeks.
For more information on the UIP, including eligibility and scope of funding, visit the programme page.
Events
Upcoming Events
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HCPC Webinar Series for AHP and managers
HCPC is launching a new series of webinars designed to support AHPs working at (or towards) advanced levels of practice and those who manage them.
Science Council professional registration workshops
The Science Council is running free virtual workshops designed to help you learn more about professional registration and start you on your professional registration journey.
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IBMS Additions: Access this month’s exclusive savings
As part of your membership with IBMS, you have complimentary access to a wide range of exclusive offers and discounts through the IBMS Additions. Each month, we highlight a selection of top offers to help you make your membership and money go further. Plus, don't forget to activate your account to keep up to date with the latest product launches, special offers and much more.
Win a MacBook Air M3 – Just by Signing Up!
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest product launches, special offers, and exclusive competitions – all through IBMS Additions.
And here’s the best part: Sign up before 31 October 2025 and you’ll be automatically entered into our prize draw to win a brand-new MacBook Air M3 – sleek, powerful, and built with Apple’s fastest-ever chip.
Sign Up to IBMS Additions Today
Don’t miss your chance – join now to stay connected and for your chance at winning Apple’s latest must-have laptop.
To take advantage of this and other fantastic deals visit the IBMS Additions Special Offers page today!
* Terms and conditions apply. See website for details. Offers subject to change without notice. Entries must be made between Wednesday 1 October – Friday 31 October 2025. Entry closes at 23:59 on 31 October 2025. Open to members aged 18 and over. The winner will be randomly selected and notified by Monday 3 November 2025. The winner will be contacted by Parliament Hill Ltd, who manage the giveaway. The MacBook Air will be delivered to the winner’s address. Maximum 1 entry per person. The prize is non-transferable without authorisation from Parliament Hill Ltd. If the winner does not claim the prize by midnight on Monday 3 November 2025, the prize will be forfeited with no cash alternative. IBMS Additions is managed and run on behalf of IBMS by Parliament Hill Ltd.
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