CHM's CDRRA Expert Advisory Group - Lay Member

The main role of the Lay Member is to ensure that the perspective of patients, carers and the general public are represented and considered in all aspects of the committees work.

Desirable

• Lay members are expected to :
• Be able to assimilate and interpret complex scientific information and share individual expertise or experience on specific topics or items to complement the scientific information under consideration;
• Be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of the EAG by providing a nonspecialist contribution to discussions about medicines from patient and public perspectives;
• Be a skilled communicator;
• Be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK medicines / devices regulatory framework and procedures;
• Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the EAG;
• be willing to declare conflicts of interest and comply with the Code of Practice.
• Be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.
  
  The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) enhances and improves the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.