Proposals for implementing a new licensing regime for providers of NHS services have been published for consultation by the Department of Health.
The issues covered by the proposals include:
- who will be required to hold a licence from Monitor?
- how can providers challenge proposed changes to licence conditions?
- what is the maximum fine that Monitor could impose for breach of licence conditions?
Responding to the consultation
- Respond to the consultation online
- Read Protecting and promoting patients’ interests – licensing providers of NHS services: A consultation on proposals
- Download consultation response form
The closing date for responses is 22 October 2012.
If you have any questions on this consultation, please email licence.exemptions@dh.gsi.gov.uk
The proposals should be considered alongside Monitor’s current consultation on the draft licence conditions with which providers would be required to comply.