Social Care Reorganisation Offers ‘Chance To Reset’ Services’’
District councils’ local connection gives them a “prevention superpower” which must be harnessed when new unitary authorities are formed, a new report has said. The…
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Adult Social Care
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Croner-i Navigate-Care is the UK’s leading provider of information, guidance, and documentation for professionals within the social care sector. Readers of The Carer can access…
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CQC appoints Chris Badger as Chief Inspector of Adult Social Care and Integrated Care
Chris Badger has been appointed as the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC’s) new Chief Inspector of Adult Social Care and Integrated Care. Chris will be joining…
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National Care Group Opens New Supported Living Scheme in Sheffield
A new adult supported living scheme, developed by leading social care provider National Care Group in response to local demand, has opened its doors in…
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Social Care Institute For Excellence Trustee, Isaac Samuels, Awarded An Order Of The British Empire (OBE)
On 13 June 2025, Isaac Samuels, Trustee at the Social Care Institute for Excellence, was awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire…
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Care Sector Reacts To Chancellors Spending Review
Care sector leaders and key organisations across the UK have voiced a mixed but largely cautious response to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first spending review, unveiled…
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Scottish Parliament Passes Scaled-Back Care Reform Legislation
Scotland has taken a major step toward reforming its social care system, as the Scottish Parliament approved new legislation aimed at strengthening care support—particularly for…
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NACC Launches New National Webinars to Support Learning in Care Catering
The NACC has announced the launch of their bespoke National Webinars, a new initiative providing accessible, topic-focused online learning for care catering professionals across the…
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ICG Urges Chancellor Not To Overlook Vital Sector In Spending Review
The Independent Care Group (ICG) has urged the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, to seize a once-in-a-generation opportunity to properly transform social care and not leave it…
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Bishops Stortford Care Come Residents Are Introduced to a Charming Cast of Falcons
Meadowbrook, a luxury care home in Bishop’s Stortford, marked the end of last week by introducing residents to a charming cast of falcons and other…
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Care Home Sponsors Local Football Team To Strengthen Intergenerational Links
Following the success of Aberdeen FC’s Scottish Cup win, an Aberdeenshire care home is helping to support the next generation of local football players. Ellon-based…
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Council Rectifies Care Costs Charging Error
A council has said it will pay about £2.3m in refunds after overcharging people for the cost of care. Southend-on-Sea City Council has contacted residents…
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York Care Home Celebrates World Bicycle Day With Inclusive Bike Ride For Residents
Residents at HC-One’s Ebor Court Care Home in York, North Yorkshire, celebrated World Bicycle Day (3rd June) in the most joyful and inclusive way possible—with…
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105 Years Celebrations For Tewkesbury Fields Care Home Resident
Celebrations have been in full swing at Tewkesbury Fields Care Home as one of its residents reaches her 105th Birthday in style. Marian was joined…
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Care Providers to Consider Action Over Unsustainable Fee Levels
Social care providers across York and North Yorkshire, whether members of the Independent Care Group (ICG) or not, are being urged to attend one of…
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