Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust would like to remind all suppliers of their use of the MIA System to manage and verify all those visiting their hospital sites.

The initial focus will be on their Theatre Departments and to Lakeside (Corporate Hub) to manage and verify all commercial suppliers (including but not limited to MedTech and Pharmaceutical Representatives, Service Engineers, and Clinical Trainers) visiting Trust sites.

As from 1 March 2025, they have enforced a 'No Card, No Appointment, No Entry' policy for all suppliers. Every outside contractor entering the Trust including the Theatres Department and Lakeside (Corporate Hub) must:

• Hold a valid and in-date MIA Membership (details of which can be found here).
• Register visits through the MIA Appointment Booking System at least 48 hours in advance and must be approved (not marked as pending) unless called for urgent cases.
• Download the MIA Smartphone App and wear the physical MIA badge while on-site

The Trust has also provided important guidance regarding:

• Any New product requests and trials
• Live registration on the NHS Supply Chain MIA register
• Access to Theatre Storerooms

Please read the following letter from the Trust for full details.

Best wishes,

The MIA Team