Links policy

Links from this website

We select links from this website using the NHS Direct editorial policy.

Links are provided for information and convenience only. We are not responsible for the sites linked to, or the information found there.

A link does not imply an endorsement of a site. Likewise, not linking to a particular site does not imply lack of endorsement.

We reserve the right to withdraw a link or refuse to link to any website without providing an explanation or justification.

Links to this website

You don’t need permission to link to pages on our website.

However, please respect the following conditions if you link to our website:

  • Links should not be used in a defamatory context.
  • Specific page URLs are subject to change without notice.
  • With the exception of NHS organisations, the NHS Direct logo must not be copied and used to create links.
  • We do not 'trade' links - if you chose to create a link to our website, we will not always offer a reciprocal link (a link back to your site).