News and updates

New research transparency data on UK clinical trials published

UK clinical trials reach 150 day set-up milestone

Clinical trials regulations: Modification Tool launched

Blog: Clinical trials regulations – research transparency and transitional arrangements

Increasing diversity of perspectives in our work: engaging with young people to design a REC recruitment campaign

BBC Radio 4 show spotlights the importance of transparency in research

Our response to ABPI's report on data-enabled clinical trials

Blog: Widening the scope of our simplified arrangements for consent advisory group

Our response to the British Pharmacological Society position statement on medication use in pregnancy and breastfeeding

Study set-up at site survey 2026

Supporting public involvement through the Shared Commitment

Changes to the way in which we involve the HRA Community in our work

First baby born using transplanted womb from dead donor

New pilot launched to get feedback on Information Governance Guide

An update on the PATHWAYS TRIAL (20 February 2026)

Join our focus groups and help shape a communications campaign for REC members

New guidance for the set-up of NHS studies involving ionising radiation

Recommendations for the HRA following the Infected Blood Inquiry

Blog: clinical trials regulations – changes to definitions and terminology - 28 January 2026

Making changes to promote consistency across research - 28 January 2026