CP-IS: a briefing for integrated sexual health services in England

A rapid turnaround task-and-finish group established in March 2026 across members of the BASHH/BHIVA/CoSRH Integrated Sexual Health & HIV Information Group, BASHH board, BASHH Adolescent SIG, and NHS England, has generated a document to support Sexual Health Services in England with the implementation of the Child Protection Information System (CP-IS) before the end of 2026. Prior knowledge and experience with CP-IS is extremely variable, with many services unaware of the system and the requirements for its implementation.

This document summarises key information on CP-IS, signposts to detailed associated guidance, and answers queries that services are expected to have.

Please note that all Care Quality Commission regulated services in England, including all Sexual Health Services, are expected to have implemented effective use of CP-IS by December 2026. These services should also have an evidenced implementation strategy for CP-IS in place by June 2026.