The DHSC's responsibilities

The DHSC are responsible for:

-supporting and advising our ministers: it helps them shape and deliver policy that delivers the government’s objectives

-setting direction: it anticipates the future and lead debate ensuring it protects and improve global and domestic health

-accountability: it makes sure the department and our arm’s length bodies deliver on our agreed plans and commitments

-acting as guardians of the health and care framework: it makes sure the legislative, financial, administrative and policy frameworks are fit for purpose and work together

-troubleshooting: in the last resort, the public and Parliament expect us to take the action needed to resolve crucial and complex issues