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Additional sections of the Mental Health Act 2025 are now in force
New sections of the Mental Health Act 2025 now in force extend Human Rights Act obligations to certain private mental health providers and require a government review of notification duties for under‑18s admitted for mental health treatment.
My CQC registered service hasn’t been inspected for years! How do I get inspected?
CQC inspection delays can have a huge impact on care providers, especially those stuck with a 'Requires Improvement' rating.
From Good to Outstanding: practical, cost‑effective steps for CQC success
Moving from Good to Outstanding does not usually require a large budget increase. More often, it depends on stronger documentation, better staff engagement, more thoughtful use of existing systems, and a consistent focus on quality across everyday practice.
Five low-cost ways to improve your CQC rating
We often hear the same question from providers: “how do you improve your CQC rating without spending a fortune?” The good news is that real progress does not usually depend on a big budget. More often, it comes from getting the basics right, using existing systems well, and making sure quality is properly evidenced. Here are five low-cost ways to strengthen your CQC position and go from Good to Outstanding.
When is a care provider required to obtain dual Ofsted / CQC registration?
Explore the key points regarding Ofsted / CQC registration for housing children and young people in social care settings.
The Mental Health Act 2025 & its impact on the social care sector
Understand the key changes of the Mental Health Act 2025 for social care providers and the impact on community support systems.
Changes from the Mental Health Act 2025 coming in February 2026
The Mental Health Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025 amending the 1983 Act. A few administrative provisions are already in force and the first substantive changes will come in on 18 February 2026. This article will focus on those imminent changes.
The Mental Health Act 2025 – the current position at a glance
The Mental Health Act 2025 has now been passed into law, amending legislation, and effectively changes key provisions of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Webinar: Social care providers and inquests
oin Hempsons partners Liz Stokes and Adam Smith for an insightful webinar exploring the complexities of inquests and their impact on social care providers.
Webinar: All things Court of Protection for social care providers
In this session, Helen Claridge explains when and why providers are drawn into Court of Protection proceedings, what’s expected of you, and how to respond confidently while keeping the focus on the person’s best interests.
Are you ready to publish payments compliance notices under the Procurement Act 2023?
When are notices which were not in force at implementation of the Act, including payments compliance notices, are expected to go live?
Continuing Healthcare and the NHS 10 year plan
How will the NHS 10 Year Plan impact Continuing Healthcare (CHC)? Explore the potential effects on funding, eligibility & care coordination.
Double boost for Hempsons London healthcare team
We are delighted to announce that healthcare specialist Anita Rao has joined the advisory team in our London office.
Case update: travel time and National Minimum Wage
Many employers in the social care sector will be interested in the recent decision of the Court of Appeal in the case of Commissioners for HM Revenue and Customs v Taylors Services Ltd. The case provides a reminder that pay for travel time at National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates is generally only required once the worker has arrived at the workplace or is travelling between work assignments - not for standard commutes from home.