Your NHS Barnsley
NHS Barnsley is 100% dedicated to supporting and promoting good health among local people. We work closely with residents and local partners to ensure that the best information, services and support are available to support individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing.
About the organisation
Publications
NHS Barnsley regularly publishes documents of public interest. These include board papers, annual reports and other statutory information.
What we do
NHS Barnsley is responsible for ensuring a choice of high quality local health services. We fund doctors, dentists, pharmacists, opticians, community health and hospital services. We also promote and protect the health of the public.
The commissioning process
NHS Barnsley commissions (funds) health services that meet the needs of local people. We do this with support from local GPs.
Buying and procurement opportunities
NHS Barnsley establishes and develops contracts with providers of goods and services across a wide range of key areas of expenditure.
Emergency planning
In times of crisis, it's good to be prepared. We have plans in place to be able to efficiently and effectively respond to and recover from major incidents or business disruption.
Promoting equality and diversity
Promoting equality is a fundamental part of how we do business. We are legally required to promote equality under the Equality Act 2010 which forms part of our governance arrangements.
Information management
We hold a lot of health and service information which is used to provide a high quality service to the local community.
