Table 1 Description of each phase of data collection within stage 2 of the study

1

To explore internal stakeholders’ experiences of research relationships and the types of research activities undertaken

Three focus groups (n = 10)

Four interviews (n = 4)

To explore external stakeholders’ experiences of research relationships and the types of research activities undertaken

Two focus group (n = 7)

Four interviews (n = 4)

2

To collaboratively develop case studies to explore approaches adopted within internal teams to facilitate research activities and partnerships

Three focus groups (n = 9)

Five interviews (n = 5)

3

To explore preliminary findings and provide opportunities to feed into the study conclusions

Two focus groups (n = 12)

Presentation and discussion with the local authority corporate board