Can companies sponsor patient organisation meetings?

Clause 1.22 defines sponsorship as a contribution, financial or otherwise, in whole or in part provided by or on behalf of a company, towards an activity (including an event/meeting or material) performed, organised, created, etc. by a healthcare organisation, patient organisation or other independent organisation.

Clause 10 sets out the requirements for events/meetings. Among other things, companies should review the venue, the agenda, the hospitality (where applicable), delegate selection criteria, value of sponsorship, etc. and ensure it is appropriate.

Sponsorship provided to patient organisations must be disclosed in accordance with Clause 29.

Further information can also be found in Clause 27 and its supplementary information.