In this festive season, thanking all our members and care providers, and the many other teams, partners, families and friends who show compassion, and dedication to enable people to live the best lives they can. Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas, and a peaceful New Year.

In its final blog of the year, the Care Quality Commission takes a reflective look back at 2025 and 4 new chief inspectors write about their ambitions for 2026. carequalitycomm.medi... #socialcare

In its report ‘Preparing for an ageing society’, The Economic Affairs Committee has found the UK is strikingly unprepared for an ageing society, facing increasing costs and shrinking tax base.

We are supporting @foodgov.bsky.social with its Christmas campaign. From defrosting meat incorrectly, to how long food is left out at room temperature, the 'Are YOU guilty of the 12 Festive Food Fails?' exposes the alarming blunders happening in kitchens across the country.

In the first in a series of reports on Ageing Britain, carehome.co.uk looks at how demand for care homes is changing. In 2025, #carehomes have seen demand grow by 1.8%, with the West Midlands seeing the highest increase at 7% www.carehome.co.uk/a...

SCIE has undertaken an analysis of the Care Quality Commission assessment reports for 76 local authorities, published up to mid-October 2025. These assessments examine how councils are meeting their duties under Part 1 of the Care Act 2014. www.scie.org.uk/app/...

This joint @nhsconfed.org, @adass.bsky.social and RLDatix report, 'Caring together: a joint vision for the future of cooperation between adult #socialcare and the NHS', examines existing collaboration and use of new technology, and makes 7 recommendations.

Information on the 10 Year Health Plan for England has now been published. It includes an Equalities Impact assessment, Change NHS engagement insights and activities, and Working groups and tasks.

Do supermarket openings reduce care home staffing? This @theifs.bsky.social analysis suggests that supermarket & Amazon warehouse openings had no large impacts on staffing in local care homes (in terms of no. of staff, their turnover & vacancy rates, & other measures)

SCIE has undertaken an analysis of the Care Quality Commission assessment reports for 76 local authorities, published up to mid-October 2025. These assessments examine how councils are meeting their duties under Part 1 of the Care Act 2014. Find it here: www.scie.org.uk/app/uploads/...

Delayed discharges from hospital are bad for patients, increasing the risk of infection, mobility loss and worse mental health. This new analysis looks at recent trends and explores why some trusts may have improved performance over others. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3MBSVqk

Yesterday in @commonshealth.bsky.social we were joined by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting. This is what we asked him...

How can changing the way we communicate about adult social care help people truly understand it, and back the changes we all want to see? If you’ve ever wondered “How do I explain this so that people will connect with it” then these resources are for you.

While our member @assocmhp.bsky.social welcomes the #MentalHealthBill receiving Royal Assent, and how it can potentially benefit and protect people, it has some concerns.

Provisional local government finance settlement: England, 2025 to 2026. This collection brings together all documents relating to the provisional local government finance settlement for England in 2025 to 2026. www.gov.uk/government/c...

Help shape better connectivity for community care! Researchers want to understand what frontline staff face day-to-day in homes, care homes and other community settings, including: - No access to Wi-Fi - Poor indoor mobile signal Questionnaire here: forms.office.com/pag...

As part of #HomeCaresGotTalent, nine #homecare workers recorded their own rendition of ‘#Angels’ by Robbie Williams to raise money for the Care Workers Charity. Let's get it to the coveted no.1 spot for Christmas. Download and stream it here: lnk.to/AngelsHomecar...#HomeCaresGotTalent,#homecare#Angels’#socialcare

This report sets out government-funded projects supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of assistive technology. It is aimed at: - individuals with disabilities - health and care professionals - research stakeholders

Eligibility for spring 2026 #COVID-19 vaccination programme in England will be for: - Adults aged 75 & over - Residents in care homes for older people - Immunosuppressed individuals aged 6 months & over www.gov.uk/governmen...#COVID-19#socialcare

With flu rates rising, the Department of Health & Social Care has asked if we can cascade IPC guidance and vaccine promotion information so that we can help to protect those drawing on & delivering care & increase vaccination levels in the sector. Guidance can be found here: www.careprovideralli...

2 new training courses and qualifications have been added to Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme: - Professional assessment Ltd Level 5 Award in understanding #digital leadership in adult #socialcare - Pearson Level 2 adult social care certificate

National plan to halve long-term rough sleeping and prevent homelessness

This joint delivery framework outlines how drug and alcohol services and #mentalhealth services should work together more effectively and improve service provision for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions

Find out what is happening with the Fair Pay Agreement (FPA) for adult #socialcare at our #webinar this Thurs, 11 Dec, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM GMT. DHSC colleagues, along with @vicrayner.bsky.social, will share an overview of the FPA and the Consultation. www.careprovideralli...

Terms of reference for an independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and autism.

Digital revolution in care saves millions of admin hours: Four in five care providers now use digital social care records, helping almost 90% of people who draw on care.

'Mental health services are failing too many people.' Read the findings and recommendations from the inquiry into Community Mental Health Services by the Health and Social Care Committee. publications.parliam... #socialcare #mentalhealth

Fuel Poverty Higher Among Unpaid Carers Than General Population – New Research Reveals https://thecareruk.com/fuel-poverty-higher-among-unpaid-carers-than-general-population-new-research-reveals/# Care# Carers# News# Social_Care

Missed our webinar on the Employment Rights Bill, with experts from @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social, @vodgmembership.bsky.social & Anthony Collins? Recording, presentation, & links to the consultations are online www.careprovideralli... #socialcare

In its response to #Budget2025, our member @assocmhp.bsky.social points out there was no mention of mental health at all. #socialcare #mentalhealth

In its response to #Budget2025, our member @arcengland.bsky.social asks the question 'like many others in the learning disability and autism social care world, we agree. The silence is deafening.' See its full response here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #learningdisabilty #autism

The Employment Rights Bill is coming – are you ready? Join our webinar Mon 1 Dec for expert insights, practical implications, & more! Speakers inc: @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, Anthony Collins, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social & @vodgmembership.bsky.social. www.careprovideralli...

We welcome the Budget’s investment in the NHS to reduce waiting lists and develop 250 new Neighbourhood Health Centres. However, the Budget contains no new funding for social care... Read our full response to the Budget 2025 here: www.careprovideralli... #Budget2025 #Socialcare

Our member National Care Forum asks the question 'how does this budget move forward social care?' in its response to #Budget2025 It's full response can be found in the post below.

The full Budget 2025 document in print, web and HTML accessible versions. www.gov.uk/governmen... #socialcare

Join us at our next #webinar where the Department of Health and Social care shares an overview of the Fair Pay Agreement (FPA) for adult #socialcare and the FPA Consultation. Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Date: Thursday Dec 11, 2025 Register: www.careprovideralli...#webinar#socialcare#FairPayAgreement #CareManagers

250 Neighbourhood Health Centres to bring patient care closer to home and bring end to postcode lottery of healthcare access.

A new report from @scie.org.uk finds people who draw on social care feel excluded from reform efforts www.scie.org.uk/news... #socialcare

The Autism Act has failed to bring meaningful change for autistic people, new Lords’ report finds publications.parliam... #socialcare #austism

England’s first #MensHealthStrategy aims to address the physical and #MentalHealth challenges many men and boys face. With men less likely to seek support, and suicide a leading cause of death under 50, this strategy has the potential to save lives. Our full response 👇 amhp.org.uk/englands-fir...

Our member @ncfcareforum.bsky.social has responded to the @ukcovid-19inquiry.bsky.social #socialcare

This will be a crucial webinar in preparing care & support providers in readiness for the implementation of the #EmploymentRightsBill. Join this expert panel including our CEO @vicrayner.bsky.social on 1st December, 3.00pm-4.30pm, register here www.careprovideralliance.org.uk/cpa-events/t...

Guidance and materials for the adult social care survey (ASCS) in England 2025 to 2026 survey year. www.gov.uk/governmen... #socialcare

A major package of new reforms and investment will put AI at heart of government’s mission to drive growth, create jobs and spread prosperity across the country.

The government is consulting on how the current settlement system should be reformed and how those reforms should be implemented. This consultation closes at 11:59pm on 12 February 2026

'They did not scrutinise sufficiently seriously its wider societal, workforce & economic impacts, in particular, the impact on the vulnerable & disadvantaged & impact of school closures on children’s education & their physical & mental health.' 2nd Report - covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry...

We’re proud to support #CarersRightsDay! The theme is 'Know your rights, use your rights.' Help @carers-uk.bsky.social raise awareness of the rights the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid carers are entitled to. Help them get the support they need & the recognition they deserve. go.carersuk.org/CRD

Forward planning: A vision of ageing at home, a report by the @thefabians.bsky.social and co-produced with @ageingbetter.bsky.social, is calling on the government to act now to prevent a crisis for older people unable to access and live in good quality homes. ageing-better.org.uk... #housing

Details of the government’s 10-year vision for men's health and the actions it is taking now to improve the health and wellbeing of all men and boys in England. www.gov.uk/governmen... #socialcare

As @cpa-socialcare.bsky.social members, we are pleased to promote this #Webinar for Managers, Training Leads, Quality Leads, and HR/Workforce Leads who want to understand what the #EmploymentRightsBill means in practice, beyond the Fair Pay Agreement. www.careprovideralliance.org.uk/cpa-events/t...