Caldicott Principles

Caldicott is the term we use to describe the confidentiality and security of our client information held by our services and partners regarding service users.

We ensure that the following six general principles of good practice are observed:

1. A formal justification of purpose is required prior to sharing information.

2. Identifiable information is to be transferred only when absolutely necessary.

3. Information should be limited to the minimum required only.

4. Access to information should be on a need-to-know basis only.

5. All staff to understand their responsibilities in sharing information.

6. All staff should comply with and understand the law.