Research - paying participant expenses and compensating for time: guidance

Guidance on paying participant expenses and time, to help you to make decisions about paying the expenses and compensating people for time involved in research and participatory activity.


Footnotes

1. This template meets HMRC invoice requirements

2. See Regulation 53(2)a, (ab) and (b) of the Universal Credit Regulations 2013. The Universal Credit Regulations 2013 (legislation.gov.uk)

3. Expenses – include costs incurred by the individual and/or their carer to allow them to participate in the research. Expenses could include things like reasonable travel expenses, childcare costs and the cost of a carer or support worker where applicable.

4. Fees – include all other cash and voucher payments/or rewards for participation.

Contact

Email: amy.watson@gov.scot

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