Care Sector Faces Deepening Workforce Challenge As Visa Numbers Plummet
The number of overseas workers arriving in Britain on health and social care visas has declined dramatically over the past two years government data reveals….
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Skills for Care Publishes Updated Framework To Support Great Leadership In Social Care
Skills for Care has published its refreshed Leadership Qualities Framework (LQF), modelling what great leadership looks like in adult social care. The updated framework sets…
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Cinnamon Care Homes Receive the First ‘Take Note Music in Care’ Bronze Awards from University of Roehampton
Representatives from six Cinnamon Care Collection care homes were the first in the country to receive Take Note Music in Care bronze awards, in recognition…
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“Been Here as Long as the Home”, says Chaplain at Derby Home Who Marks 15-year Service
A chaplain working at a Derby home says he is part of the makeup of the home as he marked his 15-year service. Paul Hygate…
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Wales Seeks Views on New Negotiating Body to Deliver Fair Pay Agreements for Social Care Workforce
The Welsh Government has launched an important consultation seeking views on proposals to establish a Social Care Negotiating Body (SCNB) that would have the legal…
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Low Pay Costing Social Care Sector Billions in Hidden Costs, New Research Warns
New research from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation has revealed the true financial toll of low pay in adult social care, warning that persistently poor wages…
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New Podcast “The Three” Launches to Challenge the Status Quo in Social Care
A new podcast is set to disrupt the conversation around health and social care and it’s led by three women who aren’t afraid to ask…
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Local Government at Its ‘Financially Weakest’, Warns LGA Ahead of Spring Statement
The Local Government Association (LGA) is urging the Chancellor to use the Spring Statement to further stabilise council finances, warning that growing cost and demand…
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Politicians Must Show Courage To Prioritise Social Care Reform, Report Says
Politicians putting social care on the agenda is key to generating public support for much needed reform, but they fear discussing the issue because of…
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Chesterfield Care Home Flies the Flag After Achieving Veteran Friendly Framework Accreditation
Residents, colleagues and guests at Riverdale Care Home in Chesterfield came together last week to celebrate a proud milestone as the home officially achieved accreditation…
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Residents At Newcastle Care Homes Plant Time Capsules Be Opened In 2051
Residents at four Newcastle care homes have quite literally buried a piece of history by planting specially prepared time capsules that capture life in 2026,…
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Dorset Hospice Charity Thanks Care Home Team For Community Partnership
A Dorset hospice charity has thanked residents and team members at a nearby care home for their help in building a community partnership. Colten Care’s…
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Valentine’s Day Celebration Fills Hearts with Joy at Karuna Manor Care Home
Karuna Manor Care Home marked Valentine’s Day with a heartwarming celebration that brought together residents, relatives, and staff for an afternoon filled with love, laughter,…
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Carers Fear A Pension Pinch: Four In 10 Expect To Be Poorer In Retirement Due To Their Caring Responsibilities
Unpaid carers aged 45 –75 are feeling the financial strain of caring for elderly relatives, with reduced income and pension contributions threatening their long -term…
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King’s Touching Message To Carers From Wales: “You Are Not Forgotten”
Three social care heroes from Wales were hailed as “truly magnificent” by King Charles when they met him during a special reception at Windsor Castle….
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