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Social Care In Vision – Wales (Last Update: 22.10.2021)
Emily Watts Domiciliary Care Policy LeadLatex Allergies – Updated October 2021 HSE resource on latex and allergies that might arise from it. For more information click here. COVID-19: Written statement: international travel changes – Press Release 7th October The Welsh Government have announced international travel changes in line with England, meaning the removal of some countries from the red list. […]
Social Care In Vision (Last Update: 22.10.2021)
Emily Watts Domiciliary Care Policy LeadCOVID-19: Health and social care workers winter vaccinations 2021 – Updated October 2021 Resources from Public Health England in relation to the winter vaccination campaign. For more information click here. Latex Allergies – Updated October 2021 HSE resource on latex and allergies that might arise from it. For more information click here. COVID-19: Standard operating […]
Yes, Maskne is a thing
Abi Spence Registration and Inspection SpecialistInternational Prevention Week runs from 17-23 October. Abi Spence has some top tips for care workers including how to prevent Maskne. There is little out there this year on International Prevention Week as I write. Everyday Focus The COVID-19 pandemic has signified stricter infection prevention control measures. With government campaigns and guidance updated regularly, a national/international […]
Social Care In Vision (Last Update: 08.10.2021)
Emily Watts Domiciliary Care Policy LeadCOVID-19: Enabling safe and effective volunteering during coronavirus – Updated 23rd September Guidance updated following the end to the shielding programme. For more information click here. Bitesize Webinar Companies House – Directors’ Responsibilities: What questions are most frequently asked about starting a company? – Updated 23rd September Take a look at the latest webinars from […]
Social Care In Vision – Wales (Last Update: 08.10.2021)
Emily Watts Domiciliary Care Policy LeadCOVID-19: Coronavirus legislation: related legislation Collection of the legislation related to coronavirus. For more information click here. COVID-19: Welsh Government’s roles and responsibilities: coronavirus – Updated 27th September Updated to reflect the welsh government’s roles and how they are working with other bodies during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information click here. COVID-19: International Travel […]
COVID-19 Medical Exemptions: Proving you are unable to get vaccinated
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS)If you work or volunteer in a care home in England, you can now apply for official proof that, for medical reasons, you’re unable to be vaccinated and/or tested for COVID-19. The Government has now outlined the steps you need to follow and what it means for you. You can apply for proof that you […]
Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations: What is the CQC approach?
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS)The CQC has said it will adopt a ‘proportionate’ approach when enforcing any breaches of the impending mandatory COVID-19 regulations. From 11 November all care home workers and other visiting professionals will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have an exemption or there is an emergency. The new regulations currently apply to England […]
Social Care In Vision – Wales (Last Update: 24.09.2021)
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS)COVID-19: £48 million COVID Recovery Fund to support social care in Wales – Press Release 14th September The Welsh Government have announced a new fund to support social care in Wales. For more information click here. COVID-19 Vaccination – JCVI announcement Autumn booster programme – Press Release 14th September The Welsh Government have announced the […]
Social Care In Vision (Last Update: 24.09.2021)
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS)See some of the latest social care updates below: COVID-19: Vaccination – a guide to booster vaccination – Published 16th September An information guidance document has been produced to support those eligible for the booster vaccination. For more information click here. COVID-19: the green book, chapter 14a – Updated 16th September Guidance updated to include […]
Q&A: Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination
Napthens LLP Employment Law SpecialistsCare home staff will need to have the Covid-19 vaccine by November 1, unless exempt. Below, our partner, Napthens LLP has answered several employment law questions from workers concerning Covid-19 vaccines. You can also download the Q&A Factsheet here to share with your team Download Now Question 1: I am going to lose a registered […]
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