Our Information Standard policy statement

The policy statement below outlines our commitment to The Information Standard scheme for health and social care information.

Policy statement

Parkinson's UK is committed to providing information and support to all people affected by Parkinson's. This includes:

• people with Parkinson's of all ages, gender, sexuality, and ethnic, social and economic backgrounds
• people with Parkinson's who are at different stages of the condition (newly diagnosed, advanced, etc)
• families of people with Parkinson's, including children
• carers of people with Parkinson's
• friends and associates of people with Parkinson's

We aim to produce the highest quality information and follow strict guidelines to ensure standards are maintained. These guidelines are set out in our 'Information production process' and associated documents.

We will adopt the standard for information production set out in 'The Information Standard: requirements for applicants', and make sure that all the information we produce within the scope (and as much as possible outside the scope) meets the criteria set out in the standard.

Our aim is to:

• provide clear, accessible information for everyone affected by Parkinson's
• give people with Parkinson's all the information they need to make informed decisions and manage their condition to achieve the best possible outcome
• assure people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and carers, as well as health and social care professionals, that our information is evidence-based
• enhance our reputation as a reliable and authoritative source of Parkinson's information
• ensure content is up to date and evidence-based, and is in line with current practice guidelines, through regular reviews and updates
• maintain and improve our information production system and the quality of our health and social care information

We will ensure that all staff involved in producing and updating information adhere to these guidelines by following clear information production processes. This will be supported by a programme of communication, training and self-audit.

All staff who work on resources within the scope sign a copy of this policy statement to show that they acknowledge its content and implications.

The Information Standard is consistent with our brand values - that the way we communicate is short, simple, bold, bright and human. And we have a programme of activity to embed those into everything we do.

Our commitment to the Standard has the full support of Parkinson's UK's Chief Executive and directors and Board of Trustees. Responsibility for making sure that the charity complies with the standards lies with the Director of Policy, Campaigns and Information.

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