Formal processes and governance: Fit and Proper Persons for Systems and Organisations
NHS England developed a Fit and Proper Person Test (FPPT) Framework in response to recommendations made by Tom Kark KC in his 2019 review. This also takes into account the requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in relation to directors being fit and proper for their roles.
The framework introduced a means of retaining information relating to testing the requirements of the FPPT for individual directors, a set of standard competencies for all board directors, a new way of completing references with additional content whenever a director leaves an NHS board, and extension of the applicability to some other organisations, including NHS England and the CQC.
The aim of strengthening the FPPT is to prioritise patient safety and good leadership in NHS organisations. The framework helps board members build a portfolio to support and provide assurance that they are fit and proper, while demonstrably unfit board members will be prevented from moving between NHS organisations.
Find further information, including guidance and templates, using the links below:
- NHS England Fit and Proper Person Test Framework for board members
- NHS England Guidance for chairs on implementation of the Fit and Proper Person Test for board members
- NHS England fit and proper person test framework for board members
The framework includes the following:
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Recommendations from the Kark Review (2019)
- The board member reference template
- New starter – annual NHS FTTP self-attestation
- Letter of confirmation
- Annual NHS FPPT submission reporting template
- FPPT checklist
Further information:
- Guidance for Chairs on implementation of the Fit and Proper Person Test for board members
- NHS leadership competency framework for board members
If you have any questions please email us via: england.sefppt@nhs.net