The HPSS and where we fit in > Regional Documents
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This class of information describes the Central Services Agency and how it fits into the regional framework as described below. |
The structure of the Health and Social Services provision in Northern Ireland
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In Northern Ireland, Health and Social Services are integrated and delivered jointly under the umbrella of Health and Personal Social Services (HPSS) |
The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS)
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The Department administers the business of: |
Health and Social Services Boards
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There are four health and social services boards (Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western) in Northern Ireland. They are responsible for assessing the needs of their respective populations and commissioning services to meet those needs. |
Health and Social Services Trusts
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The 19 HSS trusts are accountable directly to the DHSSPS and provide Health and Social Services as commissioned by the four HSS boards and local health and social care groups. |
Health and Social Services Agencies
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These provide regional services and are as follows: |
Current structure of Health and Personal Social Services in Northern Ireland
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