4. Strengthening Assurance - Independent Assessment Guides 23-24 v6
Guidance for DSPT independent assessment or audit providers, including auditors for IT Suppliers and OES Independent providers. Audit arrangements for NHS Trusts (Acute, Foundation, Ambulance and Mental Health), Integrated Care Boards, Commissioning Support Units and DHSC Arm’s Length Bodies will be launched shortly. The guidance is designed to be used by DSPT independent assessment providers, including internal auditors, when assessing DSPT submissions.
Update
These guides are updated to reflect the new Data Security and Protection Toolkit 2023-24 (version 6) standard.
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These guides are valid until the DSP Toolkit deadline 30 June 2024:
Data Security and Protection (DSP) Toolkit Strengthening Assurance Framework 2023 -24 v3.1.
Data Security and Protection (DSP) Toolkit Strengthening Assurance Guide 23-24 v2.2.
Data Security and Protection (DSP) Toolkit Strengthening Assurance Summary of Guides 23-24 v1.4.
DSP Toolkit Independent Assessment Report Template and Terms of Reference v1.2.pptx