The words "DSPT submission" can strike dread into even the most organised practice managers. Every year, the requirement to complete NHS England’s Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) returns - and for many practices, it’s a last-minute scramble. But it doesn’t have to be. The DSPT is a practical framework to help you demonstrate that your practice is handling patient data safely and legally. When embedded into your regular governance calendar, it becomes far less of a burden - and far more of a tool for improvement. This guide walks you through how to prepare for your DSPT submission with minimal stress, including timelines, top tips, and common pitfalls to avoid.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/information-governance-and-security/how-to-prepare-for-a-dspt-submission-without-the-panic