2. The relevance of the Specification

Here we are talking about a NHS Service Specification, or any Requirement Specification. The Service Specification for a new NHS Service is produced by the local CCG.

The Service Specification is used for Trusts that are interested in tendering for the new Service to enable them design the new Service and to decide if it is financially viable for them to offer the Service.

Generic Service Specifications, for existing Services, are available from CCG, NHS England, NICE and GIRFT

An example NHS Service Specification: Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Service,

Some additional Specifications/Standards:

Regulations for service providers and managers
The Fundamental Standards
National Patient Safety Syllabus V2
Ward Round Report

Any other examples?

Whistle Blowing
Duty of Candour
SOPs