Behind every medical breakthrough lies something deeper than technology - the human courage, ethical commitment, and collaboration that drive progress in healthcare. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores how his early experiences as a research nurse in the NHS shaped his understanding of ethical practice, innovation, and the evolution...

Yesterday’s announcement of an independent enquiry into maternity and neonatal services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT) marks another difficult moment of reflection for the NHS, and for those who work tirelessly within it. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores what this enquiry means for healthcare leadership, governance,...

“Outstanding” care isn’t an accident. It’s the outcome of strong leadership, clear governance, and a learning culture where policies, systems, and people align. When the Care Quality Commission (CQC) recently rated Moorville House, a small residential service in Sheffield, as “Outstanding”, it didn’t just mark success for one provider. It...

The health and social care sector is changing fast, and with it, the expectations placed on providers. Between the Care Quality Commission (CQC) Single Assessment Framework, Ofsted inspection regimes, and complex legal obligations, today’s organisations face more scrutiny than ever before. That’s why The Mandatory Training Group and Tann Law...

Many providers believe that a low-cost, “plug-and-play” system will instantly make them CQC-ready, fix governance gaps, and prove compliance. The reality is more complex and far more human. Compliance is not a download button. It requires leadership, adoption, cultural change, and a workforce that understands and applies policies and procedures...