Insights and Guidance - Page 2

Inquests are often unfamiliar territory, especially for care providers who suddenly find themselves part of a legal process following a death in their service. It’s a situation that can feel...

Receiving a CQC inspection report can feel daunting. For many providers, it’s not just paperwork – it’s something that directly affects your service, your team, and the people you care...

Over the summer, we have seen Ofsted issuing numerous refusals of provider applications to register Children’s Homes or Supported Accommodation services. Yvette Stanley, Ofsted’s national...

Summary This case study highlights the importance of accurate regulatory records and how providers can challenge misleading or incorrect information held by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This...

Summary This article concerns an anonymised real-life case study of a provider who received a Notice of Proposal (NOP), and subsequently a Notice of Decision (NOD) to cancel their registration as...

Summary This article sets out the most common errors providers make during the enforcement process, from missing deadlines to failing to reflect on their service. It explains what to watch out for...

Summary This article explains the most common misunderstandings providers have about Notices of Proposal (NOPs) and Notices of Decision (NODs), and how to avoid confusion during the enforcement...

Summary This article shares a real case (anonymised) of a provider who received a Notice of Decision and was advised not to appeal. It highlights why legal advice sometimes means knowing when not...

Summary This article explains the usual timeline between receiving a Notice of Proposal (NOP) and a Notice of Decision (NOD). It outlines what happens during that period, what to expect from the...

Summary This article explains how legal support from Gordons Solicitors can help care providers respond to a Notice of Proposal (NOP) and prepare for appeal if needed. It covers what support looks...