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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Care Quality Commission Update

26 July 2024 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Wes Streeting Lab Ilford North

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Department of Health and Social Care will review the Single Assessment Framework in response to the CQC's failings.
  • Immediate steps include improving transparency of ratings and increasing oversight of the CQC.
  • The Chair of the CQC has been asked to ensure effective appointments for key leadership roles.

Issue summary

This statement updates the House on the interim findings of Dr Penny Dash's review into the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and outlines immediate steps being taken in response.

Action requested

The Department of Health and Social Care will address the CQC's failings by reviewing the Single Assessment Framework, improving transparency of ratings, increasing oversight, and requesting further work on maximising the effectiveness of safety bodies. The Chair has been asked to provide assurance for effective appointments for key leadership roles.

Key facts

  • Dr Penny Dash’s interim report highlights systemic and cultural issues within the CQC.
  • Concerns raised include failings in how the CQC assesses organisations using the Single Assessment Framework and calculates ratings.
  • Professor Sir Mike Richards will review the Single Assessment Framework to address concerns about hospital inspections.
  • The CQC will improve transparency of their ratings, including clearer evidence on what has been considered.
  • Health and Social Care Department will increase oversight of the CQC over the summer.
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