Federated Data Platform
The NHS Federated Data Platform (NHS FDP) safely connects information across the NHS, making it easier for staff and clinicians to do their jobs. Already funded and established, it’s designed to turn insight to action.
About this service
The NHS Federated Data Platform (NHS FDP) is a foundational data infrastructure with distinct components, including:
- core infrastructure: the platform primarily connects existing systems and data, breaking down silos to create a unified view of information
- product solutions: specific applications built on the platform address particular challenges like ‘waiting list management’ and ‘discharge planning’
- analytical capabilities: the platform provides tools to analyse connected data, helping identify patterns and opportunities for improvement
- cloud-based data warehouse: the new operational management information use case enables organisations to use the NHS FDP as a modern data warehouse solution, supporting statutory functions while advancing the cloud-first ambition
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Who this service is for
Every trust (acute, mental health, community and ambulance) and integrated care board (ICB) will have access to their own instance of the NHS FDP, which they will have complete control over. Access for each instance of the NHS FDP will be governed and managed by each individual organisation.
Read information for acute trusts and information for ICBs on the NHS FDP website.
The national NHS England instance serves as a replacement for multiple legacy systems, and delivers accurate, near-real-time data to inform strategic and operational planning.
The NHS FDP Centre of Excellence, available to all users of the platform, provides knowledge, expertise and resources to support all user groups to effectively leverage the capabilities of the NHS FDP, including training and education services.
Benefits
Uptake and benefits information is published quarterly on the NHS FDP website.
- provides a data infrastructure solution, consisting of separate 'instances', which allows NHS organisations to connect information in near-real-time, providing the foundation for better decision-making
- provides accurate insights by delivering near real-time data to support better decision-making and enhance collaboration
- improves outcomes and operational efficiency by acting as an action-oriented tool that moves beyond insights to enable the right corrective actions
- ensures data security by maintaining truly safe and secure systems, with patient privacy prioritised
- includes all necessary licences and support packages, fully funded by the NHS
- supports the integration of AI tools, as its fully flexible and ever-evolving design can be tailored to meet emerging needs
- empowers NHS staff by giving teams the solutions needed to improve patient outcomes and evidence productivity gains
- supports operational excellence by helping organisations to fulfil their statutory obligations through a modern cloud infrastructure
How this service works
Every hospital trust and ICB (on behalf of the ICS) will have their own instance of the NHS FDP, for which they are the data controller. NHS England is responsible for the national instance.
The NHS FDP is a foundational data infrastructure with distinct components, including:
- core infrastructure: the platform primarily connects existing systems and data, breaking down silos to create a unified view of information
- product solutions: specific applications built on the platform address particular challenges like ‘waiting list management’ and ‘discharge planning’
- analytical capabilities: the platform provides tools to analyse connected data, helping identify patterns and opportunities for improvement
- cloud-based data warehouse: the new operational management Information use case enables organisations to use the NHS FDP as a modern data warehouse solution, supporting statutory functions while advancing the cloud-first ambition
Read the NHS FDP website for more information on how this service works.
Find out more about security, privacy and information governance.
Examples of use
NHS organisations are using the NHS FDP to drive innovation and improve care. Read case studies on benefits local organisations are deriving from the platform.
National usage policy
NHS FDP is fully funded for local organisations, NHS England has paid for licenses for all NHS Trusts and ICBs and also funds a support package.
While implementation is not being mandated, all trusts and ICBs were asked to provide plans for how they will maximise the benefits of the NHS FDP for their patients in the near term. NHS England operational planning guidance for 2025 to 2026 sets out an NHS FDP first policy.
Status, service level and current usage
NHS England has procured and paid for licenses to provide a FDP for all NHS providers as well as the ICBs.
This service is live and has been in use since 2024.
The NHS FDP is a platinum service, meaning it is available and supported 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Contact us
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| Queries, feedback and to request a product demo |
Email: [email protected] |
Last edited: 16 September 2025 1:44 pm