The Institute has arranged a hearing for one appeal received against the Final Appraisal Determination and Guidance on this technology.

As set out in the Guidance for Appellants members of the public, including consultees and commentators for this appraisal, and the press, may request to attend the hearing. The number of observers admitted to the hearing will be limited to a number appropriate for the venue, and priority will be given to members of the public who are not employed by the appellant.

A hearing will be held at NICE London offices on 14 April 2008 starting at 9.30am.

Members of the public were able to register to attend the appeal hearing using this page from 10 March 2008. The Institute will not accept early requests to attend.

If you have any special requirements that will facilitate your attendance (such as disabled access or a hearing loop) please let us know.

The name of the appellant will be published on this page on the day of the appeal.  The Institute will not comment on speculation as to the identity of appellants prior to publication of this information on the Institute's website.

The registration period closed on 28 March 2008