The care home market continues to evolve, shaped by rising operational pressures, increased scrutiny from investors, and an ever more competitive landscape. Against this backdrop, owners preparing…
To bring much-needed clarity to the real costs of care home catering in today’s challenging climate, defined by ongoing staffing pressures, unstable energy prices and increasing waste regulations,…
All too often, the impacts of menopause – the natural stage at which menstrual periods stop permanently – are mischaracterised or misunderstood. And yet, menopause is everyone’s concern. Whether directly…
As an employer, keeping on top of HR, compliance and Health & Safety responsibilities is essential – especially as expectations and enforcement continue to evolve. To help, our…
In a sector built on trust, background checks remain an important part of keeping people safe. It’s essential for anyone working in regulated activity to complete an Enhanced DBS check…
Compliance is not an isolated responsibility, it underpins every aspect of safe, effective care, and this is clear to see in the catering. Food safety, nutrition, allergens and specialist diets…
Many people who work in the care sector are in direct contact with ‘vulnerable’ people – meaning employees are eligible for Enhanced DBS checks with a Barred Lists check. This…
Read the full impact assessment here See the PDF here Introduction and purpose This briefing explains the DHSC’s Impact Statement for the 10 Year Health Plan for England, published in…
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…
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,…