RIS Future of health research funding - Decision making and allocation
Published: 9 Apr 2026Regulatory impact statement that delves into the future of health research funding – decision making and allocation.
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Regulatory impact statement that delves into the future of health research funding – decision making and allocation.
PDF, 559KB, 37 pages
Cabinet agreed to disestablish the HRC and transition key responsibilities and functions to RFNZ.
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Briefing provides an update on consultation feedback and the final draft of the health research funding Cabinet paper for lodging.
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Briefing annex that describes the role of the Health Research Council (HRC) beyond funding health research.
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Briefing that outlines the high-level options for transitioning health research funding into Research Funding New Zealand and the pillars framework.
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RIS Quality Assurance - Feedback Form and QA Criteria
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Briefing annex that delves into the HRC’s staff and budgets.
PDF, 190KB, 4 pages
RIS annex that delves into the cost recovery for a fast-track research ethics review process.
PDF, 225KB, 10 pages
Briefing outlines significant implications of the proposed funding transfer.
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Joint briefing with the Ministry of Health on transitioning health research funding from the HRC to Research Funding New Zealand, following Cabinet’s in-principle decision to transfer this responsibility.
PDF, 530KB, 22 pages
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