Introduce an NHS data opt-out & require a consultation for system expansions
Introduce a clear national opt-out for NHS data processed in the Federated Data Platform (FDP) and National Data Integration Tenant (NDIT) and require a full public consultation before any further expansion of these systems.
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- 26 FEB 2026Government respondedDepartment of Health and Social CareGovernment reply
The National Data Opt-Out does not apply to the NDIT or FDP as data use supports direct care, is legally required or is anonymised. National public engagement is shaping changes to the opt-out system.
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