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# A step-by-step guide to setting up successful data sharing partnerships

In this section we provide practical steps to setting up successful data sharing agreements and partnerships. We cover why, and with whom, you are sharing data, principles to guide you, and tips for building relationships that support the access, use and sharing of data.

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