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Written question asked by Barry Sheerman (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 February 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 February 2016. It was answered by George Freeman (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 February 2016 on behalf of the Department of Health.


NHS: WiFi

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what risk assessment he has conducted on the proposed rollout of wifi in NHS buildings.

Answer

Free wi-fi throughout National Health Service premises is an independent recommendation from Baroness Lane Fox to the National Information Board.

As part of the implementation of Baroness Lane Fox’s recommendations, NHS England will be carrying out a more comprehensive review of current provision, benefits and barriers to wi-fi throughout the NHS estate. This will include assessment of any risks.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
25314
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Buildings NHS WiFi
Link
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