Table 2. PPI action framework for further embedding PPI within research programme.

NPT construct	Suggested action
Making sense of PPI	More training, education and advice and discussion around PPI
Buying in to PPI	More informal networking and cross-theme discussion on PPI sources and networks Support provided for PPI initiation before and maintenance between projects
Doing PPI	Plan PPI structures, purpose and roles in relation to project timelines Construct a CLAHRC EoE PPI resources handbook Greater transparency and sharing of project reports with PPI contributors CLAHRC to be flexibly responsive to changes in PPI plan within a project’s timescale Mobilise PPI for translating research into practice
Appraising PPI	Timely and appropriate feedback given to PPI contributors Emphasise the evaluation of PPI within projects beyond use of existing KPI tool.