September’s Final Word from the CQC

The Caregraph looks at the final week of September’s CQC press releases and news updates, reflecting on earlier weeks to bring the month’s story together.

CQC Prosecution Of Ashburton House Is A Reminder We Cannot Ignore

After years on care home floors, I know the sound of a fall is something you never forget. It’s the moment silence follows care’s hardest truth.

CQC Bi-Weekly Press Release Recap – September 2025, Weeks 2–3

CQC issued nine press releases in weeks two and three of September 2025. Six were negative and three positive, including the latest inpatient survey which showed slight improvement in satisfaction, though many areas remain below pre-pandemic levels.

CQC Press Release & News Recap of Sept 2025 1st Week

We continue to review the press releases and news updates issued by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), with the aim of helping the public understand what the regulator is trying to communicate through its weekly announcements.

What's Happening with the CQC's Assessment of Local Authorities?

The CQC has restarted ratings for local authority adult social care after more than a decade. With a target of assessing all 153 councils by March 2026, we take a closer look at the progress so far.

CQC Care Home Press Releases August 2025 Round-Up

In August 2025, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) issued 58 press releases in total, with 12 specifically relating to care homes. The picture was heavily towards enforcement and poor ratings, with only one home highlighted positively.

Is the CQC Holding Care Providers Accountable in the Right Way?

This article builds on a conversation I started on LinkedIn, where former inspectors, consultants, and care colleagues shared their reflections. These are my personal thoughts from years of working in the care sector.

What Criteria Does CQC Use for Its Press Releases on Care Homes?

The purpose of this analysis is to explore how the outcomes published in the official dataset compare with those highlighted in press releases, and to consider what criteria might be guiding these choices.

Dewdown House Closure Consultation Raises Alarm Over Dementia Care Disruption

Families of residents at Dewdown House in Weston-super-Mare say they are most distressed by news that the care home could close later this year.

CQC Press Releases in July Show a Worrying Picture for Care Home Providers

In July, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) issued 51 press releases covering services across England.