Distributor as UKRP: The Hidden Risk to Your UK Market Access

Medical Device Global Market Access · Oct 26, 2025 · 3m

Since Brexit, non-UK medical device manufacturers need a UK Responsible Person (UKRP) to access the Great Britain market. While appointing a local distributor for this role is a common shortcut, it creates a significant conflict of interest between sales and regulatory compliance. This episode explores the hidden risks of this approach—from a lack of regulatory expertise to giving a commercial partner leverage over your market access—and makes the case for appointing a specialized, independent UKRP for long-term business security and continuity. • What is the UK Responsible Person (UKRP) and…