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CQC returning to services previously rated as good

by Hannah | 02/06/2026 | CQC, HCPA Services, IFS, News

The CQC has announced a new “Return to Good” approach, launching in June 2026, designed to reassess services currently rated Good in a more proportionate and targeted way. This means that for many providers, inspections will increasingly focus on: People’s experiences...

CQC publishes research on good practice for Dementia Care

by Hannah | 15/04/2026 | CQC, Dementia Care, HCPA Services, Training

With ever growing dementia care needs, the CQC report highlights the good practice taking place across Uk care organisations. The findings show that high‑quality dementia care is co‑produced with people and those who know them best, enabling meaningful social...

“Well‑Led” starts with confident performance management.

by Hannah | 14/04/2026 | CQC, Funding, HCPA Services, Training

CQC expects evidence of how leadership supports quality, staff wellbeing and continuous improvement. Regulation 17 means demonstrating strong oversight, timely support for staff, and a positive culture where learning and resilience are built into day‑to‑day practice,...

Care Provider fined for failing to be open about serious health decline

by Hannah | 04/03/2026 | CQC, Guidance, HCPA Services, law, News

An adult social care provider has been ordered to pay £4,621 after admitting it did not tell the appropriate person that a resident’s health was worsening. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) prosecuted the provider for not informing the resident’s family about a...

A call to action: Check your window restrictors

by Hannah | 17/12/2025 | CQC, Guidance, National, News

This story acts as a timely reminder to all residential care providers to check their window restrictors meet regulations. A care home provider has been ordered to pay £33,230 at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court, following a prosecution brought by the Care Quality...

Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme – CQC update

by Hannah | 02/04/2025 | CQC, News, Training

The DHSC has confirmed that the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) will continue in the 2025/26 financial year. This scheme helps care providers invest in their workforce by funding various training opportunities. Updated guidance is now available on...
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