Preparation for the Introduction of UK Local Information Pack

A UK Local Information Pack will be introduced on the 5 June 2019 to support the set-up of NHS / HSC research in the UK. Researchers working with NHS / HSC organisations across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales will benefit from a consistent package to support study set-up and delivery across the UK. Jen Harrison, HRA Approval Change Manager, will be presenting on the changes coming into place from 5 June with the introduction of the UK wide Local Information Pack and what this means for working with sites across the UK. This session is specifically aimed at researchers. Guidance on the use of the UK Local Information Pack has now been published in the Site Specific page of IRAS Help to help applicants get ready for the change.(www.myresearchproject.org.uk/help/hlpsitespecific.aspx)

The session will include;

  • A run through a changes
  • Completing the Organisational Information Document (a worked example)
  • Transitional arrangements