What is a publication scheme?
The Publication Scheme is a complete guide to the information routinely published by West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust (WMAS). It is a description of the information about our Trust, which we make publicly available. We review the Scheme at regular intervals and monitor how it is operating.
It is important to us that the Scheme meets your needs and we have designed it to be a route map so that you can easily find information about WMAS.
Under Section 19 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000, WMAS has a legal duty to adopt and maintain a Publication Scheme. The purpose of the Act is to promote greater openness by public authorities – of which WMAS is one.
- Who we are and what we do
- What we spend and how we spend it
- What our priorities are and how we are doing
- How we make decisions
- Our policies and procedures
- Lists and registers
- The services we offer
Data and Information Sharing
Data Sharing Protocols are an agreement between public, private and voluntary sectors to facilitate sharing of information to ensure that members of the public receive the services they need. All organisations involved have a legal responsibility to ensure that the use of this personal information is lawful, properly controlled and an individual’s rights are respected.
Copies of all Data Sharing Protocols / Agreements are available on request here.
Data Protection Impact Assessments
Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) are an integral part of taking a Data Protection by Design and Default. DPIA can reduce the risks of harm to our patients and staff through the misuse of their personal data. It also helps to design more efficient and effective processes for handling personal data.
Copies of all DPIAs we have completed to ensure all parties involved are aware of their rights and responsibilities within the framework of the procedure are available on request here.