Publication scheme

The purpose of this publication scheme is to set out:

• classes of information we commit to publish as a matter of course
• how this information will be published
• whether the information is available free of charge or on payment

The publication scheme fulfils the requirements of the Information Commissioner as set out in this model publication scheme for FOI public authorities supported by the Commissioner's definition document for government agencies.

This includes:

• About us
• Our leadership and governance
• Contact details

This includes:

• Annual report and accounts 2020 to 2021
• Our earlier annual report and accounts 
• NHS Digital board directors expenses
• Legacy expenses data

This includes:

• Our strategy
• Annual reports
• Find data and publications
• How we look after your information
• How we support diversity and inclusion

This includes:

• Corporate governance framework
• Consultations
• Board meeting minutes

This includes:

• List of statistical publications
• FOI disclosure log
• Register of interests for board personnel is included with our Board meeting papers
• Register of interests for senior personnel is available on written request
• Register of gifts / hospitality provided to board members /senior personnel is available on written request
• Register of approved data releases
• Process for handling requests a guide

• Working for us

• How to make a subject access request 
• Making a data request via the Data Access Request Service (DARS).

If you cannot find what you want through this scheme or otherwise through our website, you can make a request to us under the Freedom of Information Act.

Requests for information under the Act should be made by email or in writing, to the relevant part of the organisation dealing with the matters you're interested in.

Alternatively, you can send your request to: [email protected] or write to us at: Contact NHS Digital.