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See our latest inspection reports
The HTA has made it easier for you to see our latest inspection reports.
Public guides to the Codes of Practice published today
The first public guides to the Human Tissue Authority’s (HTA) Codes of Practice have been published today.
Chikungunya Virus: guidance for organisations
Guidance for HTA-licensed organisations on the recent chikungunya virus outbreak in Italy
HTA Position on Matching Websites
The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) is today issuing a warning to members of the public to be careful when registering to become an organ donor with services other than the Organ Donor Register.
Have you read the HTA’s ‘Cord blood banking: a guide for parents?’
Compliance Updates 2017
All establishments licensed under the Human Tissue Act 2004 and the Quality and Safety of Organs Intended for Transplantation Regulations 2012 must review their licensing records and complete a compliance update.The information collected will be used to:
Bill Horne reappointed as Welsh member of the Human Tissue Authority
Bill Horne, has been reappointed as the Welsh member of the Human Tissue Authority. Bill has been reappointed for a period of three years from 1 August 2017.
European Commission consultation regarding EU legislation on blood, tissues and cells
The European Commission is consulting on the EU legislation on blood, tissues and cells.
HTA Triennial Review Published
The HTA’s Triennial Review The HTA’s triennial review was conducted by the Cabinet Office to provide assurance to the Department of Health and the public that the HTA’s functions are still required and that we are operating efficiently.