You could help us to improve how we process research applications involving the use of identifiable patient data without patient consent.
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We’re testing ways to align Confidentiality Advisory Group (CAG) and Research Ethics Committee (REC) approvals. The new process should lead to reduced timelines and a better experience for applicants.
If you’re preparing applications to CAG and REC and would like to try the new process, get in touch cag@hra.nhs.uk.
Find out more about what we are doing and the benefits.