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About us Who we are CQC is the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. Our purpose We regulate health and adult social care, we work together with the public, systems and …

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Oct 24, 2025 · Recent publications Monitoring the Mental Health Act in 2024/25 This report presents the findings from CQC’s regulatory activity during 2024/25 of our statutory work under the Mental Health …

May 12, 2022 · Use our information to check care homes in England and the quality of their care. Check the quality of care We inspect and rate residential care homes and nursing homes. You can use our …

Apr 30, 2025 · Overall, the research found many positives in CQC’s regulatory approach for both ICS and LA assessment. Participants felt system regulation is valuable. They felt CQC’s approach has …

Jan 30, 2026 · Read our news story about the resignation of Prof Sir Mike Richards as Chair of CQC.

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Nov 10, 2025 · We invest in our people, tools and culture to create the conditions for everyone at CQC to be guided by our vision and values. This will build internal trust and external credibility.