For information on the research ethics application process, submitting an application for ethical review and access to forms required following ethical approval such as substantial amendment forms, annual progress report forms, end of study declarations, please use the link below:

National Research Ethics Service (NRES)

This will redirect you to the National Research Ethics Service (NRES) website. Ethics applications to an HSC REC require use of the NRES forms and processes.

This site also contains guidance documents, and FAQ and Glossary which may be useful. A mechanism for providing feedback is also available.

Please continue to call the staff at ORECNI for general assistance.

An applicant intending to submit an application for ethical review should first go through the appropriate research governance procedures in the HSC Trust(s) or University, obtain evidence of sponsorship, complete the online application form, and then contact ORECNI, in order to:

1. Seek advice on the correct allocation of the application.

2. Book an agenda slot at the next meeting of an HSC REC.

3. Obtain the REC Reference Number for the application, which should be entered on the application form prior to the submission of the form both electronically and in hard copy form.

4. Agree the date for receipt of the application.