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GSK principles for working with patient groups

1. The independence of patient associations, of their political judgement and of their activities shall be assured.
2. In all co-operative matters, transparency is vital.

3. Any joint policies undertaken between patients associations and GlaxoSmithKline shall be based on mutual respect and trust.
4. GlaxoSmithKline shall refrain from using undue influence to promote its specific medicines or services.
5. When working with patient associations GlaxoSmithKline will always comply with local laws/governance.

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