Responsible for commissioning and overseeing all aspects of the National Health Services (NHS) in their area. They serve a population of over one million people and manage a budget (98/99) of around ยฃ525 million.

Comprehensive information about primary and secondary health care for the 800,000 people in Berkshire.

General information about health services in the area, links and information for patients and staff.

Extensive Web site covering local services and policies.

Contains information on local GPs, dentists, pharmacies and clinics, plus publications lists and details of vacancies.

Lists local NHS health services, via a clickable map. List of voluntary organisations. Some publications available for download.

Lists GPs by post code. Public health area. No other health services listed (Nov 99). Complaints procedure. Clinical protocols available for download (as JPGs).

Comprehensive Web site, including details of Health Action Zone (HAZ)and Health Improvement Programme (HiMP).

Information about the Health Authority including board minutes. Some health information.

Find a local GP. Well indexed directory of information on local services.

Limited information about the Health Authority and list of local G.Ps.

Site provides information about health and social care in Somerset.

Detailed database of NHS health services available to local people, using clickable maps. Complaints procedure.

Contains local information, emergency details, publications and an information and advice section.

Detailed information on NHS Healthcare Services in Wiltshire, GP lists and local health trusts.