The NHS is one of the United Kingdom’s most enduring institutions - synonymous with free care at the point of delivery and services based on clinical need, not ability to pay. At the core of its delivery infrastructure are NHS Foundation Trusts (FTs), legally independent, not-for-profit organisations that provide services...

Health and social care professional regulators - The Mandatory Training Group UK - Health and social care professionals are the backbone of quality care in the UK. Whether in hospitals, care homes, clinics, schools, or community services, they are entrusted with people’s lives, dignity, and safety. But this trust isn’t...

The National Health Service (NHS) is one of the most iconic institutions in the United Kingdom, representing a cornerstone of public service, health equity, and universal access. At the heart of this vast system are NHS Trusts, public sector organisations responsible for delivering day-to-day healthcare services, including hospitals, mental health...

In the intricate ecosystem of health and social care in England, few institutions wield more influence than the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). While regulators such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) enforce standards, and providers deliver care, it is the DHSC that sets national strategy, allocates funding,...

In England, Local Authorities (LAs) play a central, yet often underappreciated, role in the delivery, commissioning, and oversight of health and social care services. While the NHS and regulatory bodies like the Care Quality Commission (CQC) may attract more headlines, it is local authorities that often hold the keys to...