Blogs

Resuscitation training in health & social care

What is basic life support?

Adult basic life support guidelines 2021

Difference between BLS and CPR certification

Importance of first aid courses and training

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training courses

Mental health first aid courses & training

Importance of automated external defibrillators

Advances in science set to transform dementia diagnosis and care

The UK is entering a new era of dementia care driven by innovation, research, and digital transformation. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores the government’s Dementia Patient Flow R&I Challenge, part of a £500 million national mission to speed up diagnosis and improve long-term outcomes. He highlights how emerging technologies like blood biomarker tests, AI-powered assessments, and digital health tools are redefining early intervention and personalised care. The initiative marks a turning point for the NHS and care providers, setting the stage for a smarter, more connected, and compassionate approach to dementia diagnosis and support.

NICE backs new prostate cancer drug that halves death risk

Thousands of men in England are set to benefit from a new NICE-approved prostate cancer treatment that offers life-extending results with fewer side effects. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores the approval of darolutamide combined with androgen deprivation therapy, a milestone that halves the risk of death for men with advanced prostate cancer who cannot tolerate chemotherapy. He examines what this means for patients, professionals, and the wider health system from improving equity and access to embedding new NICE guidance into governance, compliance, and workforce training across the NHS.

CQC chief Julian Hartley resigns amid maternity inquiry

The resignation of Sir Julian Hartley, Chief Executive of the Care Quality Commission, amid a maternity inquiry at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, marks a defining moment for health and social care regulation. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune examines what this development reveals about leadership accountability, governance, and public confidence in regulatory oversight. He highlights why transparency, training, and strong organisational culture are essential to prevent future failures and ensure that safety and learning remain central to every service.

The state of AI in healthcare (2025)

Artificial intelligence is no longer on healthcare’s horizon. It is here. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune examines Menlo Ventures’ 2025: The State of AI in Healthcare report and what its findings mean for UK health and social care leaders. He explores how AI adoption has surged across hospitals and life sciences, how governance and workforce readiness must evolve, and why digital maturity will soon define inspection readiness. As the NHS and care sector approach a new digital era, disciplined innovation, ethical oversight, and transparent governance will determine who leads and who lags behind.

World Kindness Day 2025

On 13 November 2025, individuals, workplaces, and communities across the globe will observe World Kindness Day, a celebration of compassion, empathy, and shared humanity. Kindness, often seen as a personal virtue, is also a strategic force in building trust, safety, and inclusion, especially in regulated sectors such as health and social care, education, and employment. The 2025 campaign calls on organisations to transform kindness into action: through respectful leadership, psychological safety, and values-based governance. In this blog, Anna Nova Galeon explores how small acts of kindness can drive big change, strengthening culture, boosting morale, and embedding ethical practice through ComplyPlus™, where well-being and compliance work hand in hand.

Anti-Bullying Week: Odd Socks Day 2025

From 10 to 14 November 2025, the UK will come together for Anti-Bullying Week, coordinated by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA) under the theme “Power for Good.” The campaign highlights how every individual, whether a child, teacher, colleague, or leader, can use their influence to create safer, kinder, and more respectful environments. It begins with Odd Socks Day on Monday, 10 November, where wearing mismatched socks celebrates individuality and reminds us that our differences make us stronger. For regulated sectors such as education, health and social care, and workplaces, the week is a powerful reminder that safeguarding, inclusion, and well-being are not optional; they are core to compliance and culture. In this blog, Anna Nova Galeon explores how organisations can turn awareness into action by embedding anti-bullying principles into governance, workforce training, and everyday behaviour through ComplyPlus™.

Movember 2025

Throughout November 2025, millions worldwide will take part in Movember, growing moustaches and raising awareness for men’s health, from mental health and suicide prevention to prostate and testicular cancer. This year’s theme, “Changing the Face of Men’s Health” highlights the urgent need for early action, open dialogue, and systemic support. For regulated sectors such as health and social care, education, and workplaces, Movember 2025 is more than a campaign; it’s a compliance and culture opportunity. In this blog, Anna Nova Galeon explores how organisations can integrate men’s health awareness into governance, training, and well-being strategies through ComplyPlus™, ensuring that health equity and inclusion are part of everyday practice.

Trustees’ Week 2025

From 3 to 7 November 2025, the UK marks Trustees’ Week, an annual celebration of the nearly one million trustees who guide charities and community organisations with integrity and vision. The 2025 theme, “Celebrating the power of good governance” calls on trustees to strengthen governance, accountability, and collaboration in a changing regulatory landscape. For regulated sectors such as health and social care, education, and public services, the parallels are clear: effective oversight, transparent decision-making, and ethical leadership are the foundations of trust. In this blog, Anna Nova Galeon explores how Trustees’ Week 2025 challenges boards to reflect, review, and renew their governance practices - ensuring that compliance and culture evolve together.

Healthcare management e-learning courses & training

Human resources management courses & training

Employer's responsibilities for mandatory training

Leadership and management courses & training

Is the Care Certificate mandatory?

In this blog, we will explore whether the Care Certificate is mandatory or not.

I have completed mandatory training: Do I need to do the Care Certificate?

In this blog, we will explore the differences between mandatory training and the Care Certificate.

How to increase your confidence as a trainer 

How to become an assessor for the Care Certificate

In this blog, we explore the role of an assessor in ensuring the attainment of the Care Certificate standards.

Principles for the safe moving & handling of people

Fire warden courses and training

Fire marshal courses and training

Fire safety courses & training

Can your organisation keep pace with regulatory change?

How templates streamline compliance and boost inspection readiness

How Ofsted’s four EIF areas strengthen compliance across sectors

How File Licensing Builds Confidence and Control in Compliance

Beat the heat: Top tips for a safe and enjoyable summer workout

This comprehensive guide will explore the effects of extreme heat on the body, identify those at higher risk, discuss the impact of certain medications, and offer essential tips to stay safe and cool.

Medication Policy in Early Years

Data protection and confidentiality policy in early years

Understanding the legal requirements in setting up a nursery: A comprehensive guide for early years providers

Understanding the EYFS framework: A foundation for quality early years education