Release of the Trimmer Report

Following on from the release of  the Government’s Response to the TGA Reforms and the other inquiries, the previously embargoed “Trimmer” Report is now publically available. Members can download a copy from the Document Library Section of the Members Area.

Resignation of TGA National Manager

In a concisely worded Media Release published late on the afternoon of 23rd December 2011, the Parliamentary Secretary, Hon Catherine King MP, announced the retirement of the National Manager of the TGA, Dr Rohan Hammett. The Media Release thanked Dr Hammett for his contribution to the TGA but no indication or date was given regarding his replacement. 

Government releases "TGA Blueprint"

On December 8 2011, the Parliamentary Secretary, Hon Catherine King MP, released a document entitled "TGA Reforms: A Blueprint for TGA's future" which is available on the TGA website along with her media release. This document incorporates the Government's response to a number of inquiries related to the TGA including the Transparency Review, the Working Group on the Promotion of Therapeutic Goods (Trimmer Report), the Position Paper on the advertising of Therapeutic Goods and the HTA Review.

IVD Australia has expressed its disappointment that the Government has not adopted all the recommendations of the Trimmer Committee (on which IVD Australia participated). This means that non-members of industry associations can continue with unethical and unfair promotion of their products with no risk of sanction from either IVD Australia or the TGA.

IVD Australia is also concerned that TGA fees will be increased further to provide the resources required to implement these reforms, adding to the cost pressures imposed on IVD sponsors as they seek to transition their products onto the ARTG over the next 30 months.

Industry Update- Changes to Trade Practice Law

MELBOURNE

IVD Australia members are invited to join with colleagues, friends, and industry members for our first information update and networking event of 2012.

PPSA Legislation has recently undergone significant change.  The changes will be enacted on 31 January 2012 and it is vital to  fully  understand how the changes could directly affect your business. Warranty and Trade Practices law has also changed recently and ensuring you are up-to-date with the latest details is critical.

Several experts from Minter Ellison will clearly explain the impact of the amended laws and how sponsors and manufacturers can best protect their assets and continue to provide clients with excellent service.

When:          16 February 2012     3:00pm - 5.00pm

Where:        Ibis Hotel, Glen Waverly VIC

Cost:             Free to members- please take a moment to register

Questions:     Download the flyer here or email info@ivd.org.au

Industry Update & Networking Breakfast- SYDNEY

Join us for breakfast on 9 March 2012 at the Pathology Update to hear about the most recent changes to Trade Practices and Warranty law that could effect your business.Leading experts will discuss the implications of the 2009 PPSA legislation which comes into effect on 30th January 2012.

Peter will also be presenting an update on IVD Australia's big plans for 2012.

When:         9 March 2012 7:30am - 9:30am

Where:        Novotel Darling Harbour (Murray St, Pyrmont behind the Convention Centre)

Cost:             Free to members

Questions:     info@ivd.org.au