Part 1

Quality and delivery of NHS services in England
Chapter 1

NHS Constitution

Availability, review and revision of Handbook
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1
The Secretary of State must ensure that the Handbook continues to be available to patients, staff and members of the public.
2
At least once in any period of 3 years the Secretary of State must carry out a review of the Handbook.
3
The first review must be completed not later than 5 July 2012.
4
The Secretary of State must publish the Handbook after any revision (whether made as a result of a review under this section or otherwise).