Use of fax machines63A

1

Where a contractor can transmit information by electronic means (other than facsimile transmission) securely and directly to a relevant person, the contractor must not—

a

transmit any information to that person by facsimile transmission, or

b

agree to receive any information from that person by facsimile transmission.

2

Paragraph (1) does not apply to any information which relates solely to the provision of clinical services or treatment to a patient under a private arrangement.

3

In this regulation, “relevant person” means—

a

an NHS body,

b

another health service provider,

c

a patient, or

d

a person acting on behalf of a patient.