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Sleeping on the Job: Should ‘sleep-in’ staff receive National Minimum Wage?
September 30, 2019
In 2018 the Court of Appeal held that ‘sleep-in’ care workers in residential accommodation are not entitled to the National Minimum Wage whilst asleep. Case History In 2016 two workers…
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Oral Care Matters
September 30, 2019
I’m not fond of having my picture taken, the person holding the camera shouting cheese as everyone gathers round and puts on their best smile can seem like an…
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Extension of Whistleblowing Protection
August 23, 2019
The decision taken by the Employment Tribunal in the recent case of Bilsbrough v Berry Marketing Services Ltd could see the doors open to extended protection for potential whistle-blowers.…
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Dementia: The Bathing/Showering Challenge
August 23, 2019
Imagine this scenario: You wake up and you’re not quite sure where you are. Your room looks sort of familiar and a nice lady brought you some breakfast and…
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Jobs for People with Learning Disabilities
August 23, 2019
This year, My Life My Choice is running a campaign about jobs for people with learning disabilities. We think this is a very important issue and more needs to…
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A good idea
August 23, 2019
Is your CQC regulated service a pipe dream, or one with legs? Childhood memories It was cosy. Definitely cosy. The Elddis wisp had been immaculately kept. Pristine seats and carpet.…
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Challenging Mental Ill Health Stigma – Change starts with us!
August 1, 2019
Mental ill health can happen to anyone, it doesn’t discriminate and it’s not like a visible illness. The issue of mental health and wellbeing has long been a concern…
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Is the CQC Fit for Purpose in Learning Disability Services?
July 30, 2019
In our regular guest opinion piece from My Life My Choice, they ask if the CQC is Fit for Purpose. Recently there has been a lot of criticism…
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