Considering CQC’s report on ‘do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation’ decisions
In March 2021, CQC published a report titled, “Protect, respect, connect – decisions about living and dying well during COVID-19: CQC’s review of ‘do not
Infection Prevention Control and the CQC – for Care Home Professional
In August 2020, CQC introduced specific Infection Prevention Control (“IPC”) inspections. IPC continues to be a current ‘hot topic’ of interest to CQC and it
Letters of Intent – A serious threat from the CQC – as published in Caring Times
Over the past 2 to 3 years we have witnessed an increasing distaste from the CQC for any form of challenge to their decisions in
AN UPDATE: Considering the issue of mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for health and social care workers
UPDATE: This article has been updated since it was first published on 4 January 2021 and since it was updated on 18 January 2021. The
Undertaking Due Diligence – Why it pays to do your homework
They say buying and selling a property is one of the most stressful things you can do in life. Now imagine buying or selling a
Our GP Practice has received a Section 31 Letter of Intent from CQC – what should we do? As published on GP Online
At Ridouts, we are seeing an increase in the use of ‘letters of intent’ as the CQC moves away from timetabled inspections towards a more
Staffing in social care: The cornerstone of compliance
To say it’s been a tough year would be a shameful understatement. The health and social care sector has been tested like never before. Day
What has happened to the CQC’s Transitional Monitoring Approach?
In the wake of the pandemic, the CQC changed its entire approach to inspections in order to limit inspectors “crossing the threshold”. The CQC initiated
CQC’s draft consultation strategy for 2021 and smarter regulation – has much changed?
As published in Caring Times – February 2021 On 7 January 2021, CQC published a formal consultation paper on its new draft strategy that it
CQC Strategy Consultation on Inspections and Ratings – Will more flexible mean better?
As part of its 2021 strategy, the CQC has published a consultation which promises a significant shift in its approach to inspections and ratings. This
UPDATED: Considering the issue of mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for healthcare workers
During a December 2020 Ridouts’ webinar (Videos – Ridouts Solicitors) a healthcare provider asked the question, “Do you think it will become mandatory for staff
Safeguarding: How can I manage a process that feels completely out of my control?
Safeguarding allegations are a hazard of the job when you work in health and social care. At Ridouts we are approached regularly by providers who
