About us

NHS Connecting for Health came into operation on 1 April 2005 and is a Directorate of the Department of Health.

It supports the NHS to deliver better, safer care to patients, by bringing in new computer systems and services.

How we started

Learn how NHS Connecting for Health came into existence in April 2005 and why.

How we've developed

Find out how our responsibilities have changed since 2005, including the effects of NLOP.

Freedom of Information

We abide by the Department of Health's Freedom of Information policies, to share information openly.

Jobs and opportunities

Check our current vacancies through our recruitment suppliers Elan IT and Hays.

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