16th Jul 2008 12:16
PRESS INFORMATION
16 July 2008
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CHOOSES CAPITA AS PREFERRED PARTNER TO DEVELOP THE DIGITAL PRESENCE OF THE NHS
The Department of Health has announced their intention to award Capita the contract to develop and deliver NHS Choices, the digital channel to connect citizens and intermediaries with the NHS. The contract is subject to finalisation and is expected to be worth ‚£60 million over three years, with an option to extend for a further two years. Service commencement is anticipated to be September 2008.
Capita will be responsible for the hosting, technical and content development of the NHS online presence and related digital services. A key focus will be on ensuring innovative engagement with citizens and clinicians to support a healthier nation.
Paul Pindar, Chief Executive of the Capita Group Plc commented: "We are delighted to have been chosen to support the way the NHS connects with its citizens and clinicians online. This is core to transforming the way patients interact with clinicians and will provide more efficient access to health education and self help services. We look forward to working with the NHS and its partners and developing further Capita's presence in the UK health market from this strong platform."
EndsFor further information:The Capita Group PlcPaul Pindar, Chief ExecutiveShona Nichols, Corporate Communications DirectorTel: 020 7799 1525
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Capita press office - 0870 2400 488
The Capita Group Plc is the UK's leading provider of integrated professional support service solutions. The Group's service capabilities encompass customer services, financial services, human resource services, software services, systems and strategic support and property services delivered to both public sector and private organisations. With over 29,000 employees at more than 300 offices across the UK, Ireland and India, Capita is quoted on the London Stock Exchange (CPI.L), and is a constituent of the FTSE100 with revenues for 2007 of ‚£2,073 million.
Further information on The Capita Group Plc can be found at: http://www.capita.co.uk
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