8.15 The NHSScotland body should ensure that the NPD principles are not being breached. This will primarily be achieved through the Independent Director and the Stakeholder Director. The NHSScotland body should ensure that they have the procedures in place for the nomination of the Stakeholder and Independent Director prior to financial close and that these procedures will be sufficient for the duration of the concession.
8.16 The levels of surpluses donated to charities should be monitored.