Press Enquiries

All enquiries from the media must be directed to the Communications Department:

• Telephone: 01992 566140
• Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

It has a responsibility to respond to media requests within the policies of the CCG.

Media Policy

Our aim is to ensure that:

• Reporting is accurate
• Messages are consistent
• Staff are protected from personal intrusion
• Staff are supported in getting recognition
• Media requests are responded to within the policies of the CCG

We will endeavour to co-operate with the media at all times. However, there will be occasions when information cannot be released. These include:

• Information that would breach patient confidentiality
• Information that could cause unnecessary damage to the organisation
• At all times the CCG will follow the NHS Code of Conduct on confidentiality.