Your Summary Care Record (SCR)
What is it?
The Summary Care Record (SCR) is an electronic record held on the central NHS computer system.
It contains essential information from your GP record, such as:
- ✅ The medicines you take
- ✅ Any allergies you have
- ✅ Any bad reactions to medicines
You can also choose to add more information (for example: long-term conditions, significant medical history, or your communication needs).
Why is it important?
Having this information in one place helps healthcare staff to treat you:
- ⚕️ In an emergency
- ⚕️ When your GP practice is closed
- ⚕️ If you are away from home
This could make a real difference to decisions about your care — for example, which medicines are safe to prescribe.
Who can see it?
- Only authorised healthcare staff directly involved in your care.
- Access is strictly controlled by law and monitored under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
- You will always be asked for your permission before your record is viewed (except in an emergency where you cannot give consent).
Do I have to have one?
- ❌ No — it is not compulsory.
- If you wish to opt out, you need to complete an opt-out form and return it to the practice.
- You can also change your mind at any time and opt back in.
Want to know more?
- Visit: www.digital.nhs.uk/summary-care-records
- Call: NHS 111 for general advice
- Speak to a member of our practice team
✨ Your Summary Care Record helps us care for you safely, wherever you are.