Table 1

UK National standards for public involvement in research

Standard
1Inclusive opportunitiesOpportunities are accessible and reach people and groups according to research needs
2Working togetherAll contributions are valued, building and sustaining mutually respectful and productive relationships
3Support and LearningSupport and learning that builds confidence and skills for public involvement in research is offered and promoted
4CommunicationsPlain language is used for timely, two-way and targeted communications, as part of involvement plans and activities
5ImpactThe difference that public involvement makes to research is collected and shared
6GovernanceThe public are involved in governance and leadership so that decisions promote and protect the public interest
Source: Amended from the UK National Standards for Public Involvement, NIHR, 2019 

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