The 2023/24 Data Security & Protection Toolkit is now available

The updated Data Security & Protection Toolkit (DSPT) for 2023/24 is now available and care providers are encouraged to complete their latest assessment. 

The DSPT should be completed at least once a year to ensure it reflects your most recent data and cyber security arrangements. You need to have an up-to-date DSPT if you intend to use it as evidence for CQC inspections. The deadline for completing the 2023-24 DSPT is 30 June 2024.  

There have been some small changes to the toolkit since the 2022/23 version: 

• When publishing assessments, HQ and non-HQ organisations can select branches that were manually added by Exeter helpdesk in their previous DSPT submission. 

• Auditors and admins can now expand and view all previously saved key-finding text on the check my answers screen. 

If you have previously published at Approaching Standards, you should continue to work on your action plan to achieve a Standards Met assessment for 2023/24. 

If you have already reached Standards Met, it is easy to review and republish your toolkit. Your answers from last year will still be available to view – you just need to check your responses to see if they need to be updated. Once you are happy with your responses, you can republish.  

If you are a multi-site organisation don’t forget to select all sites you are publishing for before submitting your assessment.  

Get free support to use the DSPT from Better Security, Better Care 

Better Security, Better Care is the free, official support programme for care services using the DSPT. The programme provides detailed online guidance, template policies, national webinars, and local support partners who provide tailored, expert support.