Once the funding award has been confirmed, preparations for the trial can formally start by working towards obtaining the necessary internal and external approvals, relating to support services, ethics and other regulatory bodies. 

Resources

TypeWhere to find
Key contacts Clinical Divisions; JRO; JRCO
Useful links NIHR Clinical Trials Toolkit - funding secured
NIHR benchmark Prior to NIHR 70-day benchmark
Process map links This activity occurs in the work-up stage:
Imperial College London as sponsor
Imperial College Hospital NHS Trust as sponsor