Author: Member Development and Management Specialist

Version No, Status and Date: V4.2 28.04.2026

Approved By: UKREDG

Supersedes Version: Policy and Procedure version 3 July 2022

Review Date: To be reviewed every three years

Owner: Head of Approvals Support and Improvement

Scope of Document: This document applies to HRA staff, HRA REC members and the Devolved Administration Staff and REC members as set out below.

The Guidance will apply within England. Colleagues in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales may follow this policy and procedure and use associated documents as applicable.

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