Expert Insights

Recently, the Care Inspectorate has strengthened its protection from harm procedures, and Disclosure Scotland is set to implement the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Here’s what you need to know.

In one of our most passionate and thought-provoking episodes yet, Barry Price speaks to Katrina Hall, founder of Bay Care Group and a leading voice in the Providers Unite movement.

Under changes introduced on 6 April 2025, parents of babies receiving neonatal care will now be entitled to a dedicated statutory right to take leave to be with their baby from day one of their employment.

These changes will have significant implications for social care providers, particularly those applying for Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration.

As a care home operator or care home manager do you have all the necessary and required fire safety signage displayed throughout your premises?

Calling them ‘care partners’ gives that recognition that they’re a key part of someone’s support network – and we should be treating them that way.

April is Stress Awareness Month, so let’s shine a light on how to identify and manage this in the workplace.

Stress can be emotional or physical tension. Stress is a whole body response that leads to a state of mental and emotional strain from adverse or demanding circumstances.