NHS England: National review of clinical risk management standards DCB0129 and DCB0160

Summary

NHS England are seeking views from manufacturers and users of health and social care technology products to help them improve the clinical risk management standards DCB0129 and DCB0160. These mandatory standards protect patients by ensuring all health IT systems are properly assessed for clinical risks before they are used in patient care. DCB0129 sets out requirements for technology manufacturers and DCB0160 covers how health and social care organisations deploy and use these systems safely.

This consultation closes on Friday 11 September 2026.