# The Northern Ireland MHRA Authorised Route (NIMAR)

Source: https://www.keypedia.com/records/uk_mhra_guidance/uk-mhra/9f86be67-3a75-4816-b280-e8e99f048145
Type: Guidance
Published: May 23, 2022
Updated: May 9, 2025

> This regulatory guidance from the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) provides essential instructions for stakeholders within the medicines supply chain regarding the Northern Ireland MHRA Authorised Route (NIMAR). This framework is designed to ensure the uninterrupted supply of medicines licensed in Great Britain to Northern Ireland, addressing potential shortages caused by regulatory shifts. While the document does not target a specific company or detail individual inspection dates, it establishes a broad regulatory framework for manufacturers and distributors. The main issue addressed is the clinical risk posed by supply gaps for prescription-only medicines. To comply, stakeholders must utilize the NIMAR route for eligible products, ensuring that these medicines meet specific quality and safety standards for the Northern Ireland market. Required actions for participants include verifying that products are on the NIMAR list and adhering to the protocols for legal movement between regions. By following these guidelines, stakeholders can effectively navigate the complexities of regional licensing requirements and maintain high standards of patient care throughout the United Kingdom without the need for additional individual product licenses for Northern Ireland.

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## Content

The above provides guidance for key stakeholders in the medicines supply chain to facilitate their use of the NIMAR regulatory route for the continued supply of GB licensed medicines to NI.

## Attachments

- [The Northern Ireland MHRA Authorised Route (NIMAR)](/government/publications/the-northern-ireland-mhra-authorised-route-nimar/the-northern-ireland-mhra-authorised-route-nimar)