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...
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...
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...
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new ‘Stress Talking Toolkit’ developed specifically to support workers and managers within the construction sector. This is the first time that the HSE has produced something aimed directly at preventing work-related stress on building sites, recognising...
The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) have released an Education eBulletin providing new guidance for school building owners (local authority, academy trust or diocese) on the management of buildings in England containing RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete). During the last months, the Department of Education has...
As certain businesses are set to reopen in the coming week, The HSE (Health & Safety Executive) have updated their advice to employers to help ensure workplaces are kept COVID-secure. Some of the key points include: As we slowly come out of lockdown, it’s crucial to remember...
The CQC (Care Quality Commission) has updated its regulatory approach, outlining changes that will take effect from today, 1st April, and what they mean for providers from all sectors. Changes include: a return to inspect and rate NHS trusts and independent healthcare services that are rated...
Flexible site working hours allowing sites to stay open until 9pm will continue until the end of September because of the ongoing impact of the pandemic, the housing minister, Robert Jenrick, has said. The measures, introduced May last year, allow sites to apply to local...
