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The Changing CQC Inspection Regime for Social Care
The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) approach to regulating adult social care is changing yet again. Following substantial criticism of the [...]
Common Care Planning Blunders
Care plans are essential for guiding the provisions of safe, responsive and effective person-centred care. Yet they are also one [...]
Andy Burnham’s social care speech: What it means for adult social care
Andy Burnham’s speech on adult social care has been presented as an important moment in the current reform debate. [...]
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: What it means for social care providers
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 became law in the UK in June 2025. It changes how data [...]
Enabling Terminology in Care Planning
Care planning for people is without doubt one of the most challenging elements of being a home care provider. [...]
Health and Safety Culture in Social Care
In adult social care, health and safety is not just a compliance issue; it is central to the quality-of-care people [...]
The Employment Rights Act and what it means for Social Care Providers
On 18 December 2025, the Employment Rights Bill became the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025, meaning it has been given [...]
When a Service User Refuses Care
One of the foundations of care is that an individual has consented to its delivery. Care given without consent can [...]
AGE UK Help & Support
A handy page from age UK on care and support to helping you get the care you need for your [...]
