UK: HRA Launches Fast-Track Ethics Review Pilot

On January 4, 2021, the Health Research Authority (HRA) launched the fast-track research ethics review pilot, which will run until March 31, 2021. The pilot aims to test the demand for, and feasibility of a fast-track ethics review service that uses a dedicated ethics committee with expert staff and shortened timelines. For more details about the pilot, see this webpage.

For details on all of the UK's clinical research regulatory requirements, view the UK country profile.