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External Publications

Click below to view or download the documents in Adobe PDF format.DHSSPS Guides

  • A Guide to Receiving Direct Payments (PDF, 238KB)
  • Direct Payments Legislation and Guidance for Boards and Trusts (PDF, 246KB)
  • Direct Payments Policy and Practice Review Report (PDF, 243KB)
  • A Guide to Receiving Direct Payments - Cantonese (PDF, 405KB)
  • An Easy Read Guide to Direct Payments (PDF, 603KB)

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