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The time has come to submit your business case for review.

Step 8: Making your case

Before you do anything, find out if there is a defined submission process.

If there is, great, follow that. If not, you will have to think about who you get in touch with and how you are going to submit your case to them.

Many trusts will have a business case template for you to use. They are typically complicated and can contain a lot of irrelevant information, but you may still find them a useful starting point. Alternatively, you could use the one we have provided.

Change is a difficult process, particularly in the NHS, so there’s a fair chance that your pitch may be unsuccessful the first time around. Don’t be discouraged by this, but rather plan for it: listen to feedback, gather more evidence, incorporate it into your case and try again.

Questions to ask yourself now:

  • What is the submission process?

If unsuccessful this time:

  • What feedback have I received?
  • What changes do I need to make

If successful:

  • What are my next steps to implementing my plan?

Want to know more?

For some business case examples, and for support on building a business case, email us. 

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The best quality research happens when people with Crohn's and Colitis are involved, and you can make a difference at every stage of research.

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We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis.

Our helpline team can help by:

  • Providing information about Crohn’s and Colitis.

  • Listening and talking through your situation.

  • Helping you to find support from others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community.

  • Signposting you to specialist organisations.

Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.

Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).

If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.

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