IPHA News

June 30, 2026

A record level of 99% of Healthcare Professionals have provided named transparency on www.transfersofvalue.ie

Since July 2016, and in line with the IPHA Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry, companies have disclosed financial transfers of value (ToV)—whether direct or […]
June 23, 2026

IPHA Statement on Professor Michael Barry’s RTÉ Radio 1 This Week Interview, 21st June 2026

Professor Michael Barry of the National Centre for Pharmacoeconomics made a number of unbalanced assertions on RTE Radio 1 last Sunday regarding suppliers of orphan medicines […]
June 15, 2026

10 June Beneluxa Initiative Statement on a more unified European approach to access to and affordability of pharmaceutical products

Towards a Collaborative European Approach: Industry perspectives on access, innovation and coordination Joint statement from innovative pharmaceutical industry associations in the BeNeLuxA countries The national trade […]
May 20, 2026

Ireland sees some growth in clinical trials, but reforms needed to compete internationally

The Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association (IPHA) today welcomed encouraging growth in clinical trial activity in Ireland, while highlighting that system reforms are needed to ensure the […]
May 19, 2026

Patients in Ireland now wait an average of 801 days for access to rare disease medicines

  The access timelines for rare disease medicines have increased to 801 days from 685 days as reported last year. Average access timelines for all medicines […]
March 4, 2026

Turning economic strength into patient impact

  A new report shows Ireland’s pharmaceutical sector is of unprecedented economic importance and national strategic value. Conclusion of IPHA Framework Agreement is a new direction […]
January 20, 2026

New IPHA Framework Agreement to accelerate patient access and drive investment in innovative medicines.

  New four-year deal designed to deliver faster patient access to innovative medicines, within 180 days to HSE decisions on reimbursement and a stable policy framework. […]
October 22, 2025

2025 Innovate for Life campaign

IPHA launches its 2025 Innovate for Life campaign, championing the power of prevention to create healthier, happier lives.
October 8, 2025

IPHA welcomes the Government’s allocation of €30 million for new life-enhancing medicines in Budget 2026 improving patient outcomes

6,000 patients could benefit from €30 million for new medicines announced in Budget 2026 Minister’s commitment to adhering to the legislative timelines for new medicines decisions […]