The Care Quality Commission Consultation – Better regulation, better care. The regulatory equivalent of “Back to the Future.”
Introduction On 16 October 2025, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) published its consultation...
What Are the Potential Outcomes of an Inquest?
Summary From short-form conclusions like “accident or misadventure” or “natural causes,” to more...
What Enforcement Powers Does Ofsted Have?
Ofsted enforcement can have serious consequences for care providers. Enforcement can range from...
What Enforcement Powers Does the CQC Have?
When the Care Quality Commission (CQC) decides to take enforcement action, the impact...
How Can Gordons Partnership Support Clients Through the Inquest Process?
Inquests are often unfamiliar territory, especially for care providers who suddenly find themselves...
How to Approach an Inspection Report: A Step-by-Step Guide for Care Providers
Receiving a CQC inspection report can feel daunting. For many providers, it’s not...
Registration of Children’s Homes and Supported Accommodation Services
Over the summer, we have seen Ofsted issuing numerous refusals of provider applications...
Case Study: Rectification of Data Held By CQC
Summary This case study highlights the importance of accurate regulatory records and how...
Case Study: A Successful Appeal Against CQC Cancellation Notice
Summary This article concerns an anonymised real-life case study of a provider who...
Why is CQC’s New Inspection Regime Not Fit For Purpose?
In our latest report covering CQC’s troublesome Single Assessment Framework, we invited former...