Publication Scheme
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, every public authority has a duty to specify what information they publish, how the information is made available, and whether it is available free or there is a charge. King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Publication Scheme explains what information the Trust makes available to the public. Wherever possible, we make it easy for you to obtain.
If you would like any of this information translated into a different language, in Braille or in an audio format, please email the Freedom of Information department at [email protected].
If the information you want is not available through our publication scheme or if you are unable to find it elsewhere on our website, you can send a request to our Freedom of Information team.
This model publication scheme, which complies with Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) requirements, provides the following information:
Who we are and what we do
The structure of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is outlined in the Corporate Structure organisation chart, which shows details of the Trust organisational structures and key personnel. The Trust has a number of committees which co-ordinate much of its work. A list of the main committees is available from the Corporate Services Department, King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS.
How we fit into the NHS structure
Find out how we are organised and our role in the NHS.
Organisational structure
Find out about the Corporate Structure at King’s.
Lists of and information relating to organisations with which the authority works in partnership
Senior staff and management board members
Review our management team on the Corporate Structure and find out more about our Board of Directors
Location and contact details for all public-facing departments
Review our Hospital services
What we spend and how we spend it
The Director of Finance and Information Services leads the finance function and has corporate responsibility for overseeing of the Trust’s finances. The Trust Board receives regular updates on the financial position of the organisation, and makes decisions regarding the allocation of these resources.
Information available under the publication scheme:
- Annual statement of accounts
You can find the full accounts in the Trust’s Annual Report published each summer.
The Trust’s full audited accounts are also available. You can also request a printed copy from the Finance Department, King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS.
- Budgets and variance reports
- Financial audit reports
- Standing financial instructions
- Capital programme
- Staff and Board members’ allowances and expenses
- Staff pay and grading structures
- Funding (including endowment funds)
- Procurement, tendering and contracts
- Publication of Trust expenditure
What our priorities are and how we are doing
Strategies and plans, performance indicators, audits, inspections and reviews.
- King’s strategy (5 year plan)
- Annual Report
- Performance against targets – The Trust measures its performance in many areas of clinical and non-clinical activity. Performance against some key targets are published in the standards of care section.
- CQC Results – see the footer at the bottom of this page
- Audit reports – available as part of the Board of Director meeting papers
- Service user surveys
- Privacy impact assessments – Available on request from the Freedom of Information office
Financial targets
This information is available in the Trust’s audited accounts which are available in print from the Finance Department, King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS.
Benchmarking with NHS Organisations
For details of the Trust’s star ratings and waiting times compared with other NHS organisations go to the NHS website.
Ensuring patient safety
Patient safety is a top priority for the Trust. Staff are encouraged to report incidents, near misses or errors and are trained and supported in doing so by clear and accessible policies and guidelines. All adverse incidents are thoroughly investigated to identify the underlying root causes. Lessons are learnt and action taken to prevent or reduce reoccurrence.
Further information is available in the Trust’s Clinical Governance Annual Report and the Risk Management Policy and Strategy which are available in print from the Risk Office, King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS.
How we make decisions
- Board papers – agenda, supporting papers and minutes
- Board of Directors meetings
- Patient and public involvement strategy (PPI)
- Public consultations (for example, concerning closures or variations of services)
Our policies and procedures
Find out more about our Policies and Procedures.
Lists and registers
- List of main contractors / suppliers
- Assets registers
- Information Asset Register – Available on request from the Freedom of Information office
- CCTV camera locations by postcode
- Register of Interests (Board of Directors)
- Register of Interests (Senior Staff)
- Register of Gifts and Hospitality provided to Board members and senior personnel – Available on request from the Freedom of Information office