NHS Lothian

£100 million public-private investment to set up 20 research hubs across the UK, enhancing access to cutting-edge treatments and clinical trials in community settings, boosting economic growth and research delivery leadership in various medical conditions.

Penicuik Medical Practice in Midlothian is participating in a Long COVID trial, facilitated by Lead Research Nurse Andrew Deans, to expand research opportunities in primary care. The practice, part of NHS Research Scotland's Primary Care Network, has received positive feedback from participants and encourages other practices to engage in research for patient benefits and staff development.

Clinical trial reporting rates have improved, with 83.4% of EU trials and 77.4% of US trials meeting deadlines, though compliance varies by country. Efforts to enhance transparency include fines and public pressure, aiming to ensure all trial results are published, regardless of outcome.