National Health and Care Service General Scheme 2017

Results updated 22 Jan 2018

The Department of Health and Social Security consulted on both a National Health and Care Service General Scheme and an NHCS Charter. This initial report summarises the responses to both consultations. In respect of the Scheme the summary document groups the feedback into themes and, where appropriate, includes an initial response from the DHSC. It does not set out any final policy proposals, as these are being reviewed before the Scheme is taken to Tynwald for approval. The Scheme covers three main areas: a commitment to the provision of a range of health services; services commissioned by the department (e.g. general practitioners); and, charges and contributions. In the area of charges and contributions, the department proposed changes to the systems for prescription charges, sight tests and dental treatment - with the aim being harmonisation, fairness and consistency. More than 300 responses were received by the DHSC from individuals and organisations, and a wide range of opinions were expressed.

Files:

• Responses to Consultations FINAL NHCS Scheme Charter.pdf, 567.2 KB (PDF document)