Confidentiality policy

Document first published:: 15 December 2016
Page updated:: 24 February 2026
Topic:: Information governance
Publication type:: Policy or strategy

NHS England policy and high level procedures for confidentiality.

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Confidentiality policy

Confidentiality policy

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Summary

These principles must be observed by all who work within NHS England and have access to person-identifiable information or confidential information.