Abi Spence

Abi has worked for and with Government agencies relevant to social care for the past 12+ years. Primarily with the Department of Health, Social Services Inspectorate, Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) and since its inception the Care Quality Commission (CQC). As part of this long involvement Abi has developed a wide and detailed understanding of relevant issues and has worked closely with stakeholders such as people that use services, carers, providers, local government, the Department of Health, Ofsted and the Audit Commission.
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Dying Matters Awareness Week

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Is it necessary to register with the CQC as an agency that provides workers to health and social care service providers?

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As a registered manager looking to find another position, is it necessary to re-register when I change location?

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Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection – 17 March 2022

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How to help staff who are feeling the impact of rising energy costs

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Do youth cautions show on an Enhanced with Barred Lists DBS check?

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QCS set to launch new podcast for registered managers

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As an independent carer, how do I become CQC registered?

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