From 1st May2015, arrangements for scrutiny of applications to use NHSScotland originated data have changed. Community Health Index Advisory Group (CHIAG), NHS National Services Scotland Privacy Advisory Committee (PAC), and National Caldicott Guardians application processes have been merged. A single application and scrutiny process is now operated across Scotland by the newly formed Public Benefit and Privacy Panel for Health and Social Care. From 15th June 2015 onwards only new format application forms will be accepted for submission (see the For Applicants page).
The changes do not affect local Caldicott approval processes operating within individual NHSScotland health boards, or National Research Ethics Service committee (NRES/REC) approvals, which continue unchanged.