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CQC prioritises services with the oldest ratings
CQC has set out how it will prioritise assessments to deliver more of them and tackle aged ratings, including more use of specialist advisers.
Supporting research delivery in primary care
Guidance and support for practices delivering research in primary care.
CQC sets out what it expects from providers using AI
CQC has published its role, expectations and plans for AI in health and care, including its own pilot of AI note-taking during inspections. Relevant to practices using AI scribes.
Infection prevention and control measures in healthcare settings for Andes virus (hantavirus)
UKHSA infection prevention and control guidance for Andes hantavirus contacts and cases.
GP partners ‘must act’ if unprofessional behaviour is reported to them, says GMC
The GMC says GP partners must act when unprofessional behaviour or discrimination by staff is reported to them.
People posing as CQC inspectors: how to check an inspector’s ID
Some providers have been contacted by people pretending to be CQC inspectors. Genuine inspectors carry a photo ID badge with CQC’s warrant; ring CQC to check before letting anyone in.
GPs don’t need to be ‘100% sure’ of patient cause of death, says medical examiner
A medical examiner says GPs needn't be "100% sure" of cause of death to complete a certificate, but must be able to explain their reasoning.
Freedom to speak up – revised responsibilities
From 1 July NHS England takes over some National Guardian's Office work; organisations must ensure Freedom to Speak Up guardians are trained.