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The evidence library is a resource for anyone interested in the voluntary sector in Scotland. Managed by SCVO, the library signposts to research and evidence produced by, or on, the voluntary sector. For further information email: research@scvo.scot.

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Guidance on Research Governance and Ethical Research Practice

McCrae, R. Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services (IRISS) 4 May 2017

Governance and Trustees Research methods and guides Social Care

This document offers guidance to help social service organisations develop systems and processes to ensure good research governance and shared ethical principles for conducting social services research in Scotland.

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