Innovations Online

Abstract

In announcing the 1998 information strategy Information for Health the Government hailed the document as a radical new programme for the NHS. The strategy presents an equally exciting and challenging opportunity for library and information staff, ‘the opportunity to work in partnership’. This partnership will enable LIS staff to play a central rather than a support role in the provision and use of information in support of an evidence-based health service. This article outlines that role and provides practical examples of implementation.