An interim statement to the Continuing NHS Healthcare Framework, reflecting changes to legislation on direct payments and statutory guidance.
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Continuing NHS Healthcare: the National Framework for Implementation in Wales (2021) - Interim Policy Statement , file type: PDF, file size: 227 KB
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The interim policy statement provides an update for the ‘Continuing NHS Healthcare – the National Framework for Implementation in Wales’ (2021) to reflect legislative changes specifically in relation to Direct Payments and CHC.
This follows the National Health Service (Direct Payments) (Wales) Regulations 2026 becoming law, and the publication of statutory guidance on understanding and application of these regulations.
These amendments to the 2021 CHC Framework should be considered alongside the full framework.
The amendments take effect as of 1 April 2026. They are provided to ensure that the CHC Framework aligns with the Regulations and guidance, in advance of a full review of the CHC Framework.