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DSPT Support

Free DSPT support for adult social care

Care Providers' Voice has been commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care to provide free support to CQC-registered adult social care providers across North London with their Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).
Our team can help you complete, republish and maintain your DSPT, ensuring you stay compliant and meet the annual submission requirements.

Get free support Better Security, Better Care

Delivered with Digital Care Hub as part of the national Better Security, Better Care programme.

The toolkit

What is the DSPT?

The Data Security and Protection Toolkit is an annual NHS digital self-assessment tool, helping social care organisations demonstrate good data security and information governance. It must be completed or republished annually.
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To create an account, you will need your Organisation Data Service (ODS) code. If you are unsure of this, find it using the ODS Portal

DSPT INTRODUCTION

DSPT Required for NHS Data Access

It is mandatory for providers accessing NHS patient data to be DSPT compliant, this includes

GP Connect

Universal Care Plan (UCP)

London Care Record (LCR)

Contact us at dspt@cpvlondon.co.uk for further information and guidance.

Boroughs CPV Covers

Boroughs CPV supports across North London

North East London

  • Barking & Dagenham
  • City of London
  • Hackney
  • Havering
  • Newham
  • Redbridge
  • Tower Hamlets
  • Waltham Forest

North Central London

  • Barnet
  • Camden
  • Enfield
  • Haringey
  • Islington

North West London

  • Brent
  • Ealing
  • Harrow
  • Hammersmith & Fulham
  • Hillingdon
  • Hounslow
  • Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
  • Westminster
Why it matters

Why the DSPT matters

Meet Legal & Regulatory Requirements

Demonstrates compliance with GDPR, data protection law and the National Data Guardian's Data Security Standards.

Build Trust with People, Families & Staff

Demonstrate that personal and sensitive information is handled safely and responsibly — boosting confidence in your service.

Be Ready for CQC Inspections

A completed DSPT provides clear, recognised evidence aligned to the CQC 'Well-Led' framework during inspection.

Reduce Cyber & Data Breach Risks

The DSPT acts as a health check, identifying weaknesses in systems, policies and staff awareness before incidents occur.

Strengthen Relationships with Commissioners

Local authorities and NHS partners increasingly expect DSPT compliance — supporting contracts and partnerships.

Access Key NHS Digital Systems

DSPT completion unlocks access to NHSmail, London Care Record and Universal Care Plan for safer, joined-up care.

A real-life example

When DSPT is not in place

  • Care staff cannot access digital care records
  • Medication rounds are delayed due to locked systems
  • A ransomware attack freezes files
  • Families lose confidence when data may be at risk
  • The incident must be reported to the ICO and CQC
  • Services face disruption, reputational damage and unexpected high costs

How DSPT helps prevent this

  • Care staff can access digital care records
  • Outdated systems are identified and addressed
  • Staff are trained to spot cyber threats
  • A clear incident response plan is in place
  • Care records, medications and communications remain safe and accessible
  • Regular backups and recovery processes help services recover quickly from incidents

Ready to get started?

Supporting safer, compliant and confident social care across North London.

Email dspt@cpvlondon.co.uk