Summary Care Record (SCR)
Your patient record is held securely and confidentially within the electronic system at your GP practice.
If you need treatment in another NHS setting, such as an Emergency Department or Minor Injury Unit, healthcare professionals may be able to provide you with safer and more effective care if key information from your GP record is available to them.
This information can be shared electronically through the Summary Care Record (SCR), a system used across England.
How Your Information Is Used
- Access is limited to authorised healthcare professionals directly involved in your care
- Your permission will normally be requested before your record is accessed
- In emergency situations, access may occur without consent if it is in your best clinical interests
What Information Is Included
Your Summary Care Record typically contains:
- Current medications
- Allergies
- Any adverse reactions to medicines
With your agreement, additional information can also be included.
Who Can Access It
Authorised healthcare staff across NHS services in England, including:
- Urgent and emergency care
- Community services
- Outpatient departments
Your Choice (Opting Out)
If you do not wish to have a Summary Care Record, you can opt out. Please ask reception for an opt-out form.
For children under 16, a parent or guardian may request an opt-out. However, the GP will make the final decision based on their duty of care. Where appropriate, children should be involved in this decision.
Further Information
For more details, visit www.digital.nhs.uk