Freedom of Information Act

Southbourne Surgery conforms to the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. A publication scheme has been produced in accordance with the Act a copy of which can be obtained by writing to the Practice Manager.

Access to Information and Data Protection 1998

Information given to the surgery by patients may be recorded. This may be shared with other organisations in order to provide patient care, and may be used to support clinical audit and other work to monitor the quality of care provided.

Patients have the right to object to information they provide in confidence being disclosed to a third party in a form that identifies them, even if this is someone who might provide essential healthcare.

Patients have the right to see their medical records, where copies of records are requested a fee will be charged in accordance with the act.

Please contact the Practice Manager for further information.