Leadership plays a critical role in the quality of care delivered within services. While many factors influence inspection outcomes, including staffing levels, governance systems and resident needs,…
Winning contracts in the care sector can be challenging. From understanding frameworks to meeting commissioner requirements, many providers miss opportunities simply because they’re unsure how the tendering process works….
By Rachel Sipaul, Senior Dietitian at apetito As we celebrate ‘Nutrition and Hydration Week’ 2026, it is an opportunity to focus on two aspects of care that are often…
One of the most persistent and costly problems in social care hiring is the gap between what candidates genuinely want from a job and what employers are advertising….
Nilaqua has launched a new addition to its waterless hair care range: the Nilaqua Biodegradable Shampoo & Conditioner Wrap – Antibacterial, offering rinse-free hair cleansing with a strong…
From 6 April 2026, the way Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) works is changing. These reforms will affect who qualifies for SSP, when payments begin, and how much some…
From April 2026, new UK legislation imposing joint and several liability for PAYE / NI in temporary labour supply chains will introduce significant new risks to users of…
Running a care service involves solving problems constantly. From staffing pressures to governance challenges, safeguarding issues to documentation requirements, managers navigate an extraordinary range of responsibilities every…
Anita Rao, Hempsons LLP The Mental Health Act 2025 represents the most significant reform to mental health legislation in decades. With Royal Assent granted on 18 December 2025…
Care England has launched a survey to deepen our understanding of the structural challenges women face in the workforce. This survey aims to gather evidence of gender inequality, its intersection with other factors (for…
Why Gas Is More Volatile Than Electricity in the UK UK gas prices tend to spike more than in many European countries because of the structure of…
The social care sector faces a crisis that goes beyond recruitment numbers. Even as wages have risen, boosted by minimum wage increases and public sector pay growth, a…