> I thought they were trying , no ? Or is it the feeling generally
> that the only security will be by keeping NHS net secure ?
........................ The code of connection says, if you want
> to connect to NHS net you MUST disconnect from all other external
> networks (the intenet, Compuserve, AOL etc) .....................................
...... Encryption has to be the answer, not restrictive
> practices.
The NWCS has a subgroup which is looking at encryption of messages in
view of the discussions with the BMA. Yes tehy are trying. The BT
Syntegra NHSnet has a secure gateway to the internet which would allow
access to all your favourite sites such as GP-UK. This would be part of
the connection deal to NHSnet.
> > 5.84 The standards applying to the security of health related
> > information within the NHS Wide Network should apply equally to
> > local authorities and the private sector.
This is sensible but they would be using their own network not NHSnet.
The LA's Social Services would have to conform to an expensive audit to become
a *trusted non-NHS body* on the NHS net. This may prove to inhibit development
of community care which is highly relevant to health in deprived areas
such as ours and Bridgeton unless it has changed dramatically since I
was there.
Colin J Browne The Black Country Family Practice
Queens Rd, Tipton, West Midlands, England
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