Addressing the NHS financial and operational challenges  The NHS at a crossroads: Financial strain, operational challenges, and the path to reform The National Health Service (NHS) is one of the most cherished institutions in the country. However, it is facing a crisis unprecedented in its 75-year history. Underfunding, staffing shortages,...

Review of CQC's SAF and its implementation A deep dive into the Care Quality Commission’s Single Assessment Framework: Strengths, challenges, and the path forward In 2023, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) introduced its Single Assessment Framework (SAF), a bold attempt to standardise how health and social care services are inspected...

CQC response to Dash and Richards reviews CQC’s Path to Reform: A bold response to critical reviews by Dr Penny Dash and Professor Sir Mike Richards As England's independent health and social care regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has faced growing scrutiny over its recent operational failures and inefficiencies....

Review into CQC's operational effectiveness (2024) Independent review highlights key areas for improvement at the Care Quality Commission The Care Quality Commission (CQC), as the primary regulatory body overseeing health and social care providers in England, plays a crucial role in ensuring that services across the sector meet essential standards...

CQC ICS inspections paused: Patient safety concerns CQC failings: A crisis in patient safety and what it means for the future of healthcare The Care Quality Commission (CQC), once seen as the cornerstone of health and social care regulation in England, is now facing unprecedented scrutiny following a damning independent...