Recent headlines involving a major UK telecoms provider receiving a multi-million-pound fine after it disconnected telecare customers during its programme to migrate customers to digital landlines, have put the spotlight…
December marked an intense close to the parliamentary year, with significant developments across employment law, health and social care, and workforce regulation. The passage of the Employment Rights Bill dominated…
Adult social care providers continue to face significant cyber security threats, according to a recent article published by Digital Care Hub. The piece highlights insights shared during…
To bring the magic of Christmas to mealtimes, apetito has unveiled its brand-new festive menu filled with flavoursome dishes and delicious desserts for residents to enjoy. The menu…
The CIPD reports an average of 9.4 days’ sickness per employee, and the HSE found 16.4 million working days lost in 2023/24 to work-related stress, depression, or anxiety. Mental health is now…
From April 2026, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rules are changing, and every employer needs to be prepared. To help you understand what’s coming and how to stay compliant,…
DHSC are sharing a letter from director Claire Armstrong, to highlight the latest IPC guidance for providers to promote and follow to keep people who draw on care and support…
Written by Clare Fuller, Advanced Care Planning Advance Care Planning is an often-used term that is frequently misunderstood. In principle, it sounds a good idea, but what exactly is Advance…
Fraud and financial abuse are real threats to adult social care providers. As regulators tighten oversight and new legislation comes into force, every care provider, large or small,…
When was the last time you completed a full audit of your waste management services? Care homes in the UK produce a diverse range of waste streams; from Hazardous…
Introduction Adult social care is experiencing one of the most sustained workforce crises in its history. Vacancy rates remain high, turnover continues to outpace recruitment, and pressures on providers…
Infection prevention and control (IPC) is non-negotiable in adult social care and also has a negative impact on the environment with even the smallest lapses leading to significant…