UK clinical-research agencies publish inclusion-plan pilot findings
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What to know
A seven-study pilot found benefits in developing inclusion and diversity plans during study design, while identifying improvements needed in guidance and ethics-review presentation. A further voluntary implementation phase is planned from early 2027. Submitting a plan is encouraged but is not a legal requirement.
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Why it matters by industry
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
Trial sponsors and research teams can use the findings when planning recruitment and ethics-review submissions.
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