Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT) for 2024-25

Why complete a DSPT assessment?

All organisations that have access to NHS patient information must provide assurances that they have the proper measures in place to ensure that this information is kept safe and secure. Completion of the DSPT is therefore a contractual requirement specified in the NHS England Standard Conditions contract and it remains Department of Health and Social Care policy that all bodies that process NHS patient information for whatever purpose provide assurances via the DSPT.

Completion of the DSPT is also necessary for organisations which use national systems such as NHSmail and the e-referral service.

Practices would download Data Security and Protection Toolkit V7 from here and the deadline for the DSPT is 30^th June 2025.

Guidance

Data Security and Protection Toolkit Big Picture Guidance.

Find out more: ‘Big Picture Guides’

Webinars

There are national webinars and delivering support through 28 local organisations across the country provided by Better Security, Better Care.

Find out more: Toolkit webinars and update events

Please visit here for guidance and support document.