Indirect Tax Alert
HMRC Revenue and Customs Brief 2 (2025): outlines they will no longer accept a certain VAT grouping structure used by many businesses in the care sector On Thursday 24…
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Using Acoustic Resident Monitoring AI to Deliver Proactive Care Planning in Adult Social Care
Let’s face it – care homes are busier than ever. Staff are rushed off their feet, paperwork keeps piling up, and somehow, residents still need the personalised care they…
Leading Care Sector Awards backed by Autumna Data
Autumna is proud to be powering two standout categories at the 2025 National Care Awards with the data behind them: Best Dining Experience and the OpenScore Leader Award. Following the…
Court of Appeal: Refusal of permission to appeal is the end of the road for CQC
In a decision that will be of interest to health and care providers, the Court of Appeal has refused the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) application for permission to appeal the…
Nilaqua Non-Alcohol Based Hand Sanitiser: Why is it the best?
In today’s world, maintaining proper hygiene is more crucial than ever. With the rise of various viruses and bacteria, finding effective and safe sanitisation solutions has become a priority. Nilaqua…
apetito Drives into the Future with new ground-breaking EV Fleet
In an ‘industry-first’ for the development and mobilisation of refrigerated electric vehicles (EVs), that can sustain frozen food temperatures for extended periods, leading meals producer, apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods…
The cost of payment inefficiencies in care – and what to do about it
The UK care sector is under immense pressure. With tight margins, workforce shortages, and complex funding structures, providers are being asked to do more with less — and fast. Yet…
apetito Makes Waves: Enhancing Dysphagia Dining with Fish and Chips Innovation
As part of its new spring and summer menu launch, apetito has furthered its world-leading range of specialist nutrition through employing cutting-edge technology to elevate its Level 4 Purée Fish…
Leading The Way: apetito On Track to Achieve Ambitious Carbon Reduction Targets
apetito, the leading provider of meals to the Care Homes sector is reaffirming its position as one of the UK’s most sustainable businesses, announcing that it is on track to…
Enhancing Quality in Social Care: A Data-Driven Approach to Compliance and Improvement
Social care providers in England face significant challenges in maintaining high-quality services while navigating complex regulatory requirements and evolving community expectations. The sector must address issues such as compliance with…
Towergate Insurance – What does the ‘Average clause’ mean for my care organisation?
A message from Towergate What does the ‘Average clause’ mean for my care organisation? It sounds innocuous enough, but the truth is that the Average clause can have far-reaching consequences…
apetito Appoints Senior Dietitian
Leading Care Homes meals producer, apetito, has appointed a new Senior Dietitian, Rachel Sipaul, to its New Product Development team, demonstrating its commitment to nutritional excellence. With over 20 years’…