We want to make it easy for you to participate in the Brain Health Study.
We can arrange and pay for your travel for you and your Study Partner. Just call our Participant Resource Centre on 0800 0 276 276.
If you would prefer to arrange your own travel for you and your Study Partner, please see our travel expenses policy below:
Train and other public transport
(i.e. bus, tram, Metro or underground) standard class fares only.
It would really help us if you could keep in mind the following when buying your train tickets:
- Please buy standard fares only.
- Booking in advance usually means that you get the best value tickets. Where possible, avoid booking open return tickets as these tend to be the most expensive.
- Buying split tickets may reduce the overall price of your fare. Please visit
www.splitticketing.com to find out more.
Private transport
(i.e. by car, motorcycle or bicycle).
- We will reimburse you 45p per mile for travel by car, 24p per mile for travel by motorcycle and 20p per mile if travelling by bicycle.
- There is free parking at the assessment centre. If you park elsewhere, you can also claim car parking costs (but not fines).
- Tolls and tunnel fees may be claimed.
- For taxis to and from the centre or train/Metro station, we are able to organise these for you and your Study Partner. Please speak to the Participant Resource Centre about this when booking your appointment.
Unfortunately, due to our limited resources, we are generally unable to offer help with:
- Overnight hotel accommodation.
How to claim
Please complete the form given to you at your appointment and send it via post using the freepost envelope provided. Alternatively, if your return envelope is lost or damaged, claims can be sent to:
UK Biobank
Units 1-2 Spectrum Way
Stockport
SK3 0SA
Postage will be required if the freepost envelope is lost.
Any questions?
If you are unclear what expenses you can or can’t claim for, or if you have any questions about travel expenses, please contact our Participant Resource Centre (Monday – Friday, 09:00-17:00).
Telephone: 0800 0 276 276
Email: [email protected]