The Reasonable Adjustment Digital Flag is a national NHS record that shows when someone needs extra support to access healthcare.

It includes a flag to show that reasonable adjustments are needed, key support details to help care go smoothly and relevant conditions such as disabilities or neurodivergence.

Why it matters

Everyone should have equal access to healthcare. Under the Equality Act (2010), all health and care services must make reasonable adjustments to support people with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals. These changes ensure care is fair, accessible, and inclusive for everyone.

Why it matters

Everyone should have equal access to healthcare. Under the Equality Act (2010), all health and care services must make reasonable adjustments to support people with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals. These changes ensure care is fair, accessible, and inclusive for everyone.

  • Identifies who needs support
  • Highlights conditions that may affect care (e.g. learning disability, autism).
  • Shares key adjustments that make care easier—or possible.
  • Ensures consistency across all NHS and care settings.
  • Respects your wishes, keeping your information up to date with you and your carers.

Your consent matters

We’d like to share your support needs securely on the NHS Spine. This helps NHS and care staff know how best to support you.

Do you agree to share this information with other NHS and care services involved in your care?

Yes – I’m happy for my information to be shared
No – I don’t want my information to be shared

You do not have to decide now, we will ask you about this in your appointment. Your choice will be respected, and you can change your mind at any time.

Why Sharing Your Diagnosis Matters

We have a legal and professional duty to share essential health information, like your diagnosis, with your GP.

This is allowed under Article 6(1)(d) of GDPR, which lets us share vital information to protect your health and safety.

Even if you prefer to keep some details private, we must share key information that helps care teams do their job safely. Without it, there could be serious risks to your health.