EMA Relocation: EU Approval Delays Cannot Be Ruled Out
Executive Summary
Now that the European Medicines Agency knows where it is going after Brexit, the business of preparing for the move can begin. Being able to ensure business continuity during and after the relocation from London to Amsterdam will be highly dependent on the EMA’s ability to retain as many of its current staff as possible. Job losses are expected but it could be some time before it’s clear which business operations will be affected.
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