UK Clinical
Research Delivery
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Making the UK a world leader in clinical trials
UK Clinical Research Delivery (UKCRD) is a cross-sector programme bringing together delivery partners and key stakeholders to create a faster, more efficient, more accessible and more innovative research system – making the UK a world leader in clinical trials.
We are strengthening the UK’s position as a globally leading destination for clinical trials – delivering life-changing benefits for patients and the public, while driving growth across the life sciences sector.
Through ministerial leadership and system-wide reform, we are creating a more predictable and higher-performing environment for global investment.
Our priorities
To offer a world-leading environment for life sciences research, we are:
- streamlining and reforming the set-up and delivery of clinical trials through digitalisation and the reduction of unnecessary bureaucracy
- driving a ‘right research, right setting’ initiative, to include a move to research delivery in primary and community care
- moving from a reactive to a proactive model of portfolio management
Delivering at speed
We are committed to a step-change in performance. By delivering clinical trial set-up in under 150 days, we are breaking down barriers to innovation. This ensures faster access to new treatments for patients and a thriving R&D environment across the UK.
Statements and policy updates
DHSC Terms and Conditions for NIHR RDN Support
December 2025
The Department of Health and Social Care has updated its Terms and Conditions for NIHR RDN Support.
Latest UKCRD Projects
News & Updates
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