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The principles and values of the NHS in England, and information on how to make a complaint about NHS services.
Introduction to the NHS Constitution The NHS belongs to the people. It is…
Guidance on the special educational needs and disability (SEND) system for children and young people aged 0 to 25.
Screening tool to help identify individuals who may need a referral for a full assessment of eligibility for NHS continuing healthcare.
What the checklist is and why it is used 1. The NHS continuing healthcare…
This guidance sets out the principles and processes of the national framework for NHS continuing healthcare and NHS-funded nursing care.
Supports application of the national framework for continuing healthcare and NHS-funded nursing care.
How to get state healthcare when you’re on holiday or travelling to Spain.
How UK citizens or residents can get healthcare when visiting countries or territories outside the EU where the UK has reciprocal healthcare agreements.
Changes to age of sale rules and related regulations for vaping and nicotine products from 29 October 2026.
Identify individuals who need to be fast-tracked for immediate provision of NHS continuing healthcare.
Guidance for schools on creating a policy around the use of emergency auto-injectors (AAI)
A guide to the legislation enabling drug services and others to supply take home naloxone without a prescription to save a life in an emergency.
This is an evidence-based toolkit to support dental teams in improving their patients' oral and general health.
Update following the Supreme Court judgment on 2 June 2026 clarifying the definition of the deprivation of liberty.
Shows professionals how to carry out their responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983, and provide high quality and safe care.
999 and 112 is the national emergency response service in the UK. 112 is the pan-European equivalent to 999 and can be used in the UK.
The NHS staff standards set national minimum employment requirements to improve staff experience, outlining employer actions and what staff can expect.
Comply with good manufacturing practice (GMP) and good distribution practice (GDP), and prepare for an inspection.
Sets out medicines that cannot be exported from the UK or hoarded because they are needed for UK patients.
Information on telecare monitoring systems and personal alarms that can help you stay safe and independent at home.
How to get state healthcare if you live, work or study in Spain.
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