Uptake Of Innovation Is UK’s ‘Biggest Hurdle’ In Life Sciences Competitiveness

European companies, in particular small and midsize enterprises, spin-offs and start-ups have a hard time expanding within the single market “because of a complex regulatory framework that is perceived as slow and burdensome,” according to the European Commission.

Brensocatib, Insmed's investigational treatment for non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, is among the latest products that have been filed for review by the European Medicines Agency for potential EU marketing approval.

BioMarin’s ultra-rare disease drug Brineura has breached cost-effectiveness thresholds for highly specialized treatments in England and looks set to be denied routine funding on the National Health Service.

The UK has issued clearer guidance to help drug and medical device sponsors demonstrate how they intend to include a diverse and relevant range of participants in their clinical trials.