Batteries included: Why research and innovation must be part of the long-term plan for research

NHS England’s long-term plan presents an opportunity for research to assume its rightful status as integral to the sustainability of the NHS. If it adopts the proposals made by the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC), the public will benefit from improved care, informed by research. In addition, the NHS will make financial savings. But, Shaun Griffin, interim head of policy and public affairs at the AMRC warns the plan can’t be delivered unless the strategy equips its workforce to deliver research.