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Health publishes recommendations aimed at transforming Ireland’s Clinical Trials Landscape

The Minister for Health has announced a set of Government-approved recommendations designed to expand clinical trials in Ireland, enhance patient access and strengthen national research infrastructure. Plans include a Clinical Trials Advisory Council in early 2026 and a National Clinical Trials Body by Autumn 2027.

Minister for Health launches recommendations to advance Ireland’s clinical trials landscape.

The Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, has published recommendations designed to increase the number of clinical trials in Ireland, improve patient access and bolster Ireland’s international standing in global clinical research.

The recommendations, which have been approved by the Government, follow 12 months of detailed deliberations by the National Clinical Trials Oversight Group (NCTOG).

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