You may have heard through the national media that you can opt out of sharing information held about you by the practice for the purposes of planning and research. This is called a ‘Type 1 opt out’.
Full details on this can be found here, including a short video that helps explain what this means.
If you wish to opt out, this can be done by following this link: Make your choice about sharing data from your health records – NHS or by completing and returning this form to reception. Copies of the Opt-out Form are also held with reception.