Discover the invaluable role of body donors in shaping medical education in our latest blog by Dr Hannah Shaw Cardiff University ✍️ hta.gov.uk/blog/what-impa… #BodyDonation #MedicalEducation #Anatomy

Quite a buzz this morning at Belfast Great Victoria St, as I make my last trip from the station before it is replaced by the new transport hub, Belfsst Grand Central.

It was great to catch up with by old boss and Current CEO of the Human Tissue Authority Dr Colin Sullivan . I learn a lot from him during our time working together.

Aidan.Aidan Dawson Really great to meet up with you this morning. There are so many common areas for us as CEOs of health ALBs and best wishes for NI PHA. Seemes like no time since we worked together, but it is over 20 years ago. I learnt lots also.

See our standards and guidance for professionals working in licensed research establishments. 👇 hta.gov.uk/guidance-profe…

We’ve published our Annual Report and Accounts for 2023 to 2024. Read the full report here: gov.uk/government/pub… #AnnualReport #HTA #Regulation

We are pleased to announce the publication of the HTA 2023/24 review. The review explains what we do, what we achieved and some of the challenges we faced in 2023/24. Read the full review here: hta.gov.uk/about-the-HTA/…

Most people who travel for transplant do so for legitimate reasons, but illegal transplants still happen, which puts everyone involved at risk. Our guidance covers what you need to know if you're travelling abroad for organ transplantation. ✈️🫁❤️‍🩹 nhsbtdbe.blob.core.windows.net/umbraco-assets…

Today, we’ve published our strategy for 2024-2027, which outlines our vision and priorities for regulating the use of human tissue over the next three years. Read the full strategy here: hta.gov.uk/about-the-HTA/…

Brain donation has helped researchers to better understand diseases such as #Schizophrenia , #Alzheimers and #Parkinsons. A list of human tissue banks which accept brain donations is available on our website: hta.gov.uk/guidance-publi…

Do you work in living organ donation and transplantation sector? 🧑‍⚕️ Clinicians must report to HTA: - a reasonable suspicion that an organ donation and transplantation related offence may have been committed ❓ - a patient who has received an organ transplant outside the UK 🛫

Does regulation apply to the sector you work in? We license and inspect organisations across six different sectors: ow.ly/ubxg50Tk8vY

Our in-person event on ‘The safe and trusted use of human tissue’ has officially started! A warm welcome to everyone joining us. #HTAEvent #HumanTissueSafety

HTA Chief Executive, Dr Colin Sullivan has shared a look back at the 2023/24 review. In 2024/25, we remain a forward-looking regulator, committed to safety and proper consent. #HTAEvent

Discover how Independent Assessors like Paul Cousins play a vital role in the process of living organ donation. Meet Paul Cousins, an Independent Assessor: ow.ly/lTFo50TvbPP #OrganDonationWeek

Did you know that October 15th is #WorldAnatomyDay? 🔬 The HTA licensing standards were developed in consultation with the anatomy sector and revolve around the core principles of consent, governance, traceability, and premises. Learn more: hta.gov.uk/guidance-profe…

Also now on Bluesky at: Dr Colin Sullivan.bsky.social

In case you missed it... 💡 A big thank you to Jack Kirby for sharing your blog 'caring for the Science Museum Group collection.' ✍ Read the blog here: lnkd.in/erUEsWey

There are four key sections in Code B 1. Authority & consent – coroner-led and hospital post-mortems 2. Retention, storage & disposal of tissue 3. Communication with bereaved families 4. Traceability, governance & licensing standards #PostMortem #HTA hta.gov.uk/guidance-profe…

When a post-mortem exam is needed or requested, families face tough decisions about removed organs and tissue. Our step-by-step FAQs give you the knowledge and confidence to ask the right questions. Read more: hta.gov.uk/guidance-publi… #PostMortem #HTA