Consent to Share Information with a Third Party

The Data Protection Act 2018 and the ethical codes of conduct of all health care professionals require that medical data be treated with great respect for confidentiality. Due to patient confidentiality, we are unable to discuss any aspect of a patient’s medical record with anybody other than the patient, without express consent, except for someone holding a Health & Welfare Power of Attorney, or the parent of somebody aged 14 or under. Therefore, practice staff are not permitted to share any medical details with a third party without your consent. Please complete this Authority Form if you would like us to share your medical data with a relative, carer or friend. The form is also available from our reception desk.