Spotlight on Regulatory Updates
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UK REACH Update: Defra Published Response to ATRm Public Consultation
Defra has published its final response to the UK REACH ATRm consultation (March 2026). Discover the key decisions on hazard conclusions, the removal of enhanced use/exposure requirements, and how these changes impact data costs for GB-based chemical registrants.
UK REACH Update: The New Strategic Approach to SVHCs
DEFRA has added 26 substances to the UK REACH SVHC Registry of Intentions as the UK aligns more closely with the EU Candidate List. Learn what this means for compliance and upcoming consultation deadlines.
HSE Publishes Public Consultation on UK Chemicals Reform
The HSE is seeking feedback on proposed reforms to GB's chemicals laws, including biocides, classification & labelling, and hazardous chemicals trade. Open until 18 August 2025.
Important update on Brexit
The Withdrawal Agreement Bill has successfully passed through the House of Commons and is now being debated in the House of Lords. This is expected to be finalised by end Jan. Once the Bill is passed, which ratifies the Withdrawal Agreement negotiated between the UK and the European Union, the UK will enter into an...
Brexit Update
The 29th March and 12th April deadlines for the UK’s exit from the European Union have come and gone, and a new exit date of 31st October has been agreed with the EU.