Last week the CQC (Quality Care Commission) launched a new online resource with guidance on culturally appropriate care. The CQC describes culturally appropriate care as, “…being sensitive to people’s cultural identity or heritage. It means being alert and responsive to people’s beliefs or conventions that...
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has launched its new strategy based on extensive consultation with the public, providers of health and social care services and partner organisations. At the heart of the strategy is how the CQC will work to make a positive impact on...
External audits don’t need to be something you think of with trepidation! In fact, we’d like to suggest the opposite! So long as you have prepared, an external audit can bring great value to you and your business by ensuring your processes are efficient and...
There’s always lots of talk about Ofsted inspections that assess the quality of teaching and pupil well-being in our schools, but not so many people are aware of the standards that schools have to meet when it comes to building safety and maintenance. Have you...
Today, the Government confirmed the go-ahead of Step-3 of easing Covid restrictions in England. So, what are you now allowed to do?: Six people or two households can meet indoors Overnight stays will be allowed in groups of up to six people or two households Pubs,...
The HSE (Health & Safety Executive) announced spot checks on higher education establishments in England and Wales will restart as from 17th May 2021, to inspect whether they are following the relevant government guidelines on being COVID-secure. In its latest HSE eBulletin, all those running, governing or...
Completing a bid response can be a daunting process as there are many stumbling blocks which can slow you down or cause your bid to be disqualified. Afterall, it is a competition, and often one that involves the toughest of your eligible competitors! To ensure...
Mental Health is such an important topic and one that should be talked about more. In the last year especially, many people have been struggling with a lack of contact with people, being in isolation and missing out on activities they love. Its ok not...
We’re all desperate to get back to some sense of normality, and that may EVEN mean getting back to the office! As lockdown eases, you may feel pressed to get staff back to normal working from the office but feel unsure about the legalities surrounding this...
If you are responsible for the running of a school, there’s a whole lot to juggle! Experts will have you believe it’s all about prioritising, organising, inspiring, delegating, communicating and digitalising. And that is true. But there’s also a plethora of legal requirements, policies and...
