How to obtain research approval

Download our Submission Guidelines here

Our Submission Guidelines provide a step-by-step guide for seeking approval for new clinical trials and information on how to seek approval to amend existing trials.

A fee is payable on submission for trials which are fully sponsored by external agencies (eg pharmaceutical companies).  Additional fees may be charged for amendments to existing trials.  Click here for our Fee Schedule.

The Submission Guidelines also include details of the annual reporting requirements for all approved trials as well as information on reporting adverse events.

Submission deadlines and committee meetings dates are available here.