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Outpatient survey 2011
14 February 2012
The results of the latest survey show that more patients are treated with respect and dignity but the way they are given information about treatments and results needs to improve.
Equality in our workforce
30 January 2012
Read our latest report into equality and diversity in our workforce.
Update to fees consultation for 2012-13 begins
23 January 2012
Public and organisations asked for feedback on fee scheme.
Investigation into Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
17 January 2012
We are currently investigating the delivery of emergency care at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
Cosmetic surgery
11 January 2012
To help ensure that patients are treated safely, and to reduce the risk of poor practice, anyone who provides any of the following cosmetic procedures must be registered with us by law.
Care home in Haringey closes
6 January 2012
36 Roseberry Gardens, a care home in Haringey, North London has closed after falling short of the essential standards of quality and safety.
Quick guide to raising a concern about your workplace
14 December 2011
Have you got a concern about something you’ve seen or experienced at your place of work? We have published a quick guide on whistleblowing to help you decide what to do next and how you can tell us.
Our second Mental Health Act annual report 2010/11
8 December 2011
Report highlights key findings and recommendations for patients and providers.
CQC publishes first reports from its review of services for people with learning disabilities
8 December 2011
We have published the first batch of reports in our review of services for people with learning disabilities.
CQC Commissioners' statement on Kay Sheldon’s statement
28 November 2011
In her statement to the Mid Staffordshire NHS Trust enquiry, Kay Sheldon, one of our fellow commissioners, makes criticisms of various aspects of CQC’s management.