Name of Researcher: Eachann Gillies (
2425951g@student.gla.ac.uk)
Supervisor: Dr Jinhyun Hong (
Jinhyun.Hong@gla.ac.uk)
Plain Language Statement
Attitudes to cycling in Glasgow
Research by Eachann Gillies
You are being invited to take part in a research study. Before you decide it is important for you to understand why the research is being done and what it will involve. Please take time to read the following information carefully and discuss it with others if you wish. Ask us if there is anything that is not clear or if you would like more information. Take time to decide whether or not you wish to take part.
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What is the purpose of the study?
To understand people’s perceptions of cycling in Glasgow.
Why have I been chosen?
You have been chosen as you are a cyclist in Glasgow.
Do I have to take part?
No
What will happen to me if I take part?
I will ask you a few questions that will take around 5 minutes to answer.
Will my taking part in this study be kept confidential?
Yes
Please note that assurances on confidentiality will be strictly adhered to unless evidence of wrongdoing or potential harm is uncovered. In such cases the University may be obliged to contact relevant statutory bodies/agencies.
What will happen to the results of the research study?
They will feed into my dissertation and used to determine how much the South City way construction has changed the number of people cycling in this area.
Who has reviewed the study?
The study has been reviewed by my supervisor Dr Jinhyun Hong (contact details below)
Contact for Further Information
Eachann Gillies –
2425951g@student.gla.ac.ukDr Jinhyun Hong:
Jinhyun.Hong@glasgow.ac.uk | 0141 330 7652
If you have any concerns regarding the conduct of this research project, you can contact the Chair of School Ethics Committee Susan Bachelor:
Susan.Bachelor@glasgow.ac.uk or 0141 330 6167