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 2016 to 2017
• 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
• Fit for 2020 - Report from the NHS Digital Capability Review - July 2017

This includes:

• Corporate governance framework
• Consultations
• Board meeting minutes

This includes:

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

• How to make a subject access request
• Request information about a deceased individual under the Data Protection Act 1998
• How to make a Freedom of Information request
• Preventing the use of your information for health and/or social care purposes other than direct care

• Working for us

If you can't 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 enquiries@nhsdigital.nhs.uk or write to us at:

Contact NHS Digital