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Working Ventures UK was an employer-led organisation which advises the Government on labour market policies and performance. Its principle objective was to help disadvantaged people move from poverty into jobs that contribute to business productivity and growth. WVUK ceased operations...
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Guidance for UK companies on winning business from international aid and development projects.
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How to apply for a clinical trial including eligibility, phases, model IMPDs, costs and how to make changes to your application.
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A new pathway supporting innovative approaches to the safe, timely and efficient development of medicines to improve patient access.
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