It seems like a very imprecise consultation to me with loads of aspirations
(especially to allow many departments - and researchers to access
individuals' data ) and very little on how this would be regulated (apart
from Codes of Practice) or cases approved.
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/better-use-of-data-in-government
I'm particularly interested in the only mention of Health & care data in
para 28
28.
Health and care data plays a critical role in the design and delivery of
public services
and in driving improved outcomes for citizens. However, health and care data
is
particularly sensitive and rightly needs additional protections. For health
and care data
to be included, additional safeguards regarding confidential personal
information are
likely to be required and we need to ensure these are in line with Dame
Fiona
Caldicott's review due in early 2016. Cabinet Office and Health officia
ls will work
together to explore ways in which health and care data may be integrated
into the
proposed legislation in a way that incorporates an extra layer of safeguards
consistent
with Dame Fiona's recommendations.
Especially as the Caldicott Review has not yet been published - and the
consultation closes on 22nd April.
Does anyone have any news or information?
Mary Hawking
Committee member BCS PHCSG
UKCHIP level 3
Retired from NHS on 31.3.13 because of the Health and Social Care Act 2012
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