Changes to information standards as part of the new Data Bill

New Data Bill

The DHSC and NHSE will introduce changes to Information Standards through the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) upcoming Data Bill. This is one of the wider enablers designed to deliver the necessary step-change in productivity and efficiency within the NHS, aiming to achieve the desired efficacy and truly transform the NHS.

The bill was announced in the King’s speech in Parliament on July 18th, 2024, outlining the Government’s aim to harness the power of data for economic growth, support a modern digital government, and improve people’s lives. This Data Bill is expected to enhance people’s lives and opportunities by enabling more and better digital public services, including the application of information standards to IT suppliers in the health and social care system.

These changes are designed to hold everyone involved in processing health and care information accountable for meeting essential information standards. Establishing a standard framework or ‘common language’ is crucial to enable seamless communication between health and care software systems across various healthcare settings, ensuring that the full benefits of digital tools are realised.

The intended outcomes include improved clinical outcomes for patients, enhanced clinical decision-making through access to accurate and complete information, better procurement and commissioning by health and care providers, and a more dynamic and responsive health and care IT market.

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