These guidelines have been compiled in response to an assessed need from hospitals for help with commissioning arts and artists. It is divided into seven chapters and includes guidance on the need for a committee; choosing a site; the commissioning process; fundraising. Its recommendations are based on 10 years of commissioning arts and craft for hospitals in London by the Art in Hospitals scheme for London, funded by the King's Fund and Greater London Arts, and managed by the Public Art Development Trust.