The NHS Constitution

5:51pm Wednesday 1st October 2008

The NHS Constitution is a set of principles and values to guide everything the NHS does. It includes a commitment to providing health services to everyone without discrimination and based on clinical need. It aims to give power to all patients and the public, as well as recognising the loyalty, professionalism and dedication of staff.

We want to hear what people in Lewisham think about the idea of a constitution. What do you think it should include? Is it a good idea? How should it be used?

Lewisham Primary Care Trust and Lewisham Hospital will have a stand in Lewisham Shopping Centre between 10am and 5pm on Monday 6th October.

Come along, pick up some free information and tell us what you think.

Further information is available from the Department of Health, visit:

www.dh.gov.uk

and search for NHS Constitution'.

The best possible health and well-being for people in Lewisham