Benefits of Research Governance Framework

Setting up systems to assess and monitor research and related activities will provide Richmond Council with the following benefits

• Co-ordinated information on what research activities are taking place;
• Findings that are readily available for use, e.g. to inform decision making;
• Improved quality of the research being conducted;
• Ensuring that service users, carers and staff are not over-consulted;
• Avoidance of unnecessary replication of research or reviews;
• Safeguarding researchers’ integrity and ensuring compliance with standards;
• Ensuring public confidence;
• Making sure users, carers and staff are protected.