Table 2 UK Standards for public involvement [22]

Communications

Use plain language for well-timed and relevant communications, as part of involvement plans and activities.

Governance

Involve the public in research management, regulation, leadership, and decision making.

Impact

Seek improvement by identifying and sharing the difference that public involvement makes to research.

Working together

Work together in a way that values all contributors and build and sustains mutually respectful and productive relationships.

Support and learning

Offer and promote support and learning opportunities that build confidence and skills for public involvement in research.

Inclusive opportunities

Offer public involvement opportunities that are accessible and that reach people and groups according to research needs.