UK Achieves Target in Reducing Clinical Trial Set-Up Times, Boosting Life Sciences
The UK has successfully reduced the average set-up time for clinical trials to 122 days, down from 169 days in the previous year, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). This achievement meets the government's target of 150 days by March 2026, aimed at making the UK a more attractive location for life sciences companies to conduct trials. The reduction in set-up times is attributed to streamlined processes, including standardized commercial contracting across the NHS and the establishment of the NIHR Life Sciences Industry Hub. Despite this progress, challenges such as low patient recruitment rates and rising costs continue to affect the sector. 
