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First in Scotland: NHS Tayside Audiology Accredited Under IQIPS Standard
NHS Tayside’s Audiology Department has become the first in Scotland to achieve accreditation under the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) standard from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).
UKAS Moves Forward With Accreditation for AI Management Systems
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is advancing its work on accreditation for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS),
BSI to Govern Standards for UK Energy System Digitalization
The British Standards Institution (BSI), the UK’s national standards body,
UK Streamlines Rules for Importing Organic Food Products
The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has updated its guidance on importing organic food, feed, and seed.
Morgan Sindall Construction Achieves BS 99001 Certification for Sector-Specific Quality
Morgan Sindall Construction has been certified by BSI to BS 99001, a quality management systems (QMS) standard tailored to the built environment.
BSI and Kantara Join Pilot for Digital Identity Accreditation
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) has announced that two organizations have joined the pilot program to seek accreditation to certify against the UK’s national digital identity framework.
UK Opens Consultation on Draft Sustainability Reporting Standards Based on IFRS
The UK government has published draft sustainability reporting standards, UK SRS S1 and UK SRS S2, and opened a public consultation running until September 17.
UKAS Shares First Guidance on Using AI in Conformity Assessments
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) has published its first technical bulletin offering guidance on how accredited and applicant conformity assessment bodies (CABs) can responsibly use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in their activities.
UKAS Retains EA Status After Successful Peer Review
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), the UK’s national accreditation body, has successfully maintained its status as a signatory to the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) Multilateral Agreement (EA MLA).
UK Outlines When Mandatory Non-EU Labeling Will Apply
The United Kingdom has outlined how it will implement mandatory "Not for EU" labeling on certain products sold domestically.
UKAS Celebrates 30th Anniversary by Highlighting SME Empowerment
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, marking three decades of helping organizations strengthen trust, improve performance, and compete internationally.
Resolving E-Commerce Disputes: New BSI Guidance Tackles Refunds, Delivery Issues and Fraud
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has issued BS ISO 32122:2025 to help resolve disputes in e-commerce safely and fairly.Global News
ISO 22367:2026 Revises Risk Management Guidance for Medical Laboratories
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22367:2026, a revised standard that provides medical laboratories with a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling risks across laboratory activities and testing processes.
ISO 30134 Series KPIs Highlighted in New Data Center Energy and Water Whitepaper
A new whitepaper published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) explains how key performance indicators (KPIs) from the ISO/IEC 30134 series can be used to measure and report energy and water use in data centers.
CSQ Invites Comments on Cannabis EU GMP Certification Addendum
Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) has opened a public comment period for a new EU GMP certification addendum,
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024
The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements.
ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input
A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.
ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.
Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices
An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.
MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.
Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees
Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.
AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins
The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,
ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.
