Records, Data security & IG
Published on: 9th February 2022 | Updated on: 1st September 2026
Protecting patient data, systems and networks is vital to safe and effective pharmacy practice. This section brings together key guidance and tools to help pharmacy teams manage electronic health records (EHRs), meet NHS data protection requirements (including the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPTK)), and strengthen cyber security.
Record systems
Record integrations
Record policy and lists
NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit
All NHS service providers, including community pharmacy owners, must complete the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPTK) annually to confirm their systems and procedures meet NHS standards.
Visit the guidance: Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPTK)
Data Security
Our Data Security & IG hub includes practical guidance to help pharmacy teams protect patient data and stay compliant.
A–Z of data security topics pages
Information and an A-Z index of data security topics can be found within our Data Security & IG hub.
For more information on this topic please email it@cpe.org.uk
