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The NHS Constitution and Handbook

27 January 2022

Proposing MP
Edward Argar Con
Melton and Syston
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

Edward Argar has laid before Parliament a report on the effect of the NHS Constitution and published an updated version of the Handbook to the NHS Constitution.

Action Requested

A full review of the NHS Constitution is due in January 2025, with scoping for this review beginning this year. The government will use findings from today's report to shape a statutory consultation with patients, carers and staff.

Key Facts

  • The report is based on an independent survey of staff, patients and the public.
  • Public awareness of the NHS Constitution has increased since the 2018 report but remains low compared to staff awareness.
  • A full review of the NHS Constitution itself is due in January 2025.
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