Guidance on the processes for making exit payments

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This guidance sets out the processes NHS England requires NHS trusts, NHS foundation trusts and integrated care boards (ICBs) to follow when proposing and agreeing exit payments. The guidance aims to ensure appropriate governance to protect the reputation of the NHS and ensure probity and value for money.

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Guidance on the processes for making exit payments

Guidance on the processes for making exit payments

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Published June 2014. Updated June 2026.

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Severance annex C2A

Severance annex C2A

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Published June 2014.

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NHS England guidance on Mutually Agreed Resignation Schemes (MARS)

NHS England guidance on Mutually Agreed Resignation Schemes (MARS)

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For NHS trusts, foundation trusts and integrated care boards.

Accessible content. Published 4 August 2025.

 

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Annex A - MARS checklist

Annex A - MARS checklist

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Published 4 August 2025.

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Annex B – MARS template

Annex B – MARS template

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Published 4 August 2025.

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Annex C – Template paper for Executive HR Group (EHRG)

Annex C – Template paper for Executive HR Group (EHRG)

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Annex D - MARS applications template

Annex D - MARS applications template

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Updated October 2024.