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    7 Validation

    7.1 Guidance executive

    When considering a new or updated NICE quality standard for consultation and final publication, NICE's guidance executive assesses whether it:

    • addresses areas relevant to the topic overview

    • follows the agreed process and methods

    • is consistent with other related quality standards

    • promotes equality and avoids unlawful discrimination

    • is clear and follows the agreed template.

    If a major issue is identified by NICE's guidance executive, further work may be needed by the NICE quality standards team as appropriate.

    7.2 Endorsement (NHSE and DHSC)

    Before publishing a NICE quality standard, endorsement from the referring organisation (NHSE or DHSC) is sought to ensure that NICE has:

    • fulfilled the direction provided at the referral stage for the topic

    • adhered to published processes

    • engaged at all relevant points with all registered stakeholders.