CQC confirms move to sector frameworks and an end to scoring

After its consultation, CQC will replace the single assessment framework with four sector frameworks, keep the five key questions, bring back key lines of enquiry and drop scoring.

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CQC confirms move to sector frameworks and an end to scoring

Published 25 March 2026 · CQC, regulation & governance

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In brief After its consultation, CQC will replace the single assessment framework with four sector frameworks, keep the five key questions, bring back key lines of enquiry and drop scoring.

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