The list below details recent updates made to the Information for Authors in the last 2 years. We advise that you consult this page regularly whilst preparing your final report to ensure that you have the most up to date guidance.

February 2023

• Guidance on research article and synopsis updated

August 2022

• Launch of the Threaded publication guidance 

 June 2022

• New guidance on Information Governance statements

March 2022

• Editorial criteria checklist updated
• Updated guidance on Reporting patient and public involvement

January 2022

• New guidance created for Reporting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

November 2021

• Updated guidance on ICMJE disclosure of interest statement and forms

October 2021

• Guidance on supplementary material, project page uploads and appendices updated

July 2021

• Guidance on copyright updated
• Content in Editorial review process updated to provide further information and in support of ensuring transparency
• Further information added to policies for clarity

February 2021

• Change to copyright status