# Will images be available in NIR before they are reported? Could we use NIR to make images available for cross-organisational reporting and return reports?

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- NIR can extract data from the provider systems for any images regardless of reported state.

- NIR is asking providers to ensure all imaging data from 1/1/2023 is made available via NIR. Please see [https://digital.nhs.uk/services/national-imaging-registry/governance](https://digital.nhs.uk/services/national-imaging-registry/governance)