EuroSteps Walking Challenge Launched by Christine Lagarde and ECB

The European Central Bank, led by Christine Lagarde, has launched the EuroSteps Walking Challenge, an initiative aimed at improving financial literacy, particularly among women. The program encourages participants to walk daily while receiving financial tips via their phones, with registrations now open for a four-week challenge starting April 1st.

Gun Task Force Seizes Firearms and Arrests Offenders

The Pennsylvania Attorney General announced the seizure of six firearms, ammunition, and accessories, along with several arrests, resulting from three search warrant operations led by the Allegheny County Gun Violence Task Force. These operations occurred in the weeks leading up to the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, aiming to enhance public safety.

Safety Recall: Omnipaque and Visipaque Injectable Solutions

The French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety (ANSM) has issued a safety recall for specific lots of Omnipaque and Visipaque injectable solutions manufactured by GE Healthcare SAS. The recall is due to the potential presence of particles adhering to the inner wall of the vials, posing a risk to patients if injected.

ANSM Safety Alert: Atellica CH Urine Albumin Reagent

The French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety (ANSM) has issued a safety alert regarding the Atellica CH Urine Albumin reagent from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. The alert, registered under number R2602998, informs medical biology laboratories of a safety action implemented by the manufacturer.

ANSM Security Alert for Orbis Medication Prescription Aid Software

The ANSM has issued a security alert (R2608925) regarding the Orbis Medication prescription aid software (version 3.x) from DH Healthcare GMBH. Affected healthcare providers have been notified directly by the company.

Product Recall: Klassiker Crutches and Rubber Tips

The ANSM has been informed of a product recall for Klassiker crutches and rubber tips, initiated by Ossenberg GmbH. This safety action, registered under number R2603198, affects pharmacies, community care facilities, large and medium-sized stores, and home healthcare providers. Affected users have been notified directly by the manufacturer.

Resoundant Acoustic Transducer for MRI - Safety Action

The French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety (ANSM) has registered a safety action concerning the Resoundant acoustic transducer for MRI, identified under number R2606244. Healthcare facilities and medical imaging centers using this device have been notified.

FCA Annual Work Programme 2026/27 Strategic Priorities

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its annual work programme for 2026/27, outlining strategic priorities for the second year of its 5-year strategy. The programme details planned activities across four key themes: being a smarter regulator, supporting growth, helping consumers, and fighting financial crime.

FCA consults on regulated fees and levies for 2026/27

The FCA is consulting on proposed regulatory fees and levies for the 2026/27 period. This consultation seeks feedback on rates intended to fund the FCA and the Financial Ombudsman Service, as well as collect levies for government departments. The consultation is open to all FCA fee-payers and relevant levy payers.

FCA Perimeter Report on Regulatory Remit and Current Issues

The FCA has published its Perimeter Report, detailing its regulatory remit and current issues at the edge of its scope. The report highlights areas where legislative change may be needed to address emerging risks, close consumer protection gaps, and support economic growth, particularly concerning technological advancements like AI.