The Care Quality Commission checks whether hospitals, care homes and care services are meeting government standards. Visit our website at www.cqc.org.uk.
Organisations we regulate
Whether you are the owner of a new organisation and need to register with us or you work for an existing registered provider, you can find everything you need here.
Already registered?
If you have already registered with us as a provider or manager then this section contains all the information relevant to you.
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Not yet registered?
If you are setting up a new health or adult social care service, or are the new manager of an existing service, find out how to register.
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GPs and primary medical services
Find out answers to your questions about the registration process for primary medical services. When you will need to apply depends on whether you are an out-of-hours provider or a GP or other primary medical service.
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Mental health services
Read about our work to protect people receiving treatment under the Mental Health Act and download our guidance for providers.
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Get involved with our work
Find out about the work of our stakeholder committee and how to join our online communities, take part in consultations or sign up for our newsletters.
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Special reviews and inspections
Find out about our special programme of inspections and reviews, which look at specific aspects of care or particular types of services.
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Blow the whistle
If you want to raise a concern about the care service you work for, contact us immediately. The information you give us will be treated with confidence and you can even raise concerns anonymously.
Phone: 03000 616161
Email: enquiries@cqc.org.uk
Find out more about Whistleblowing.
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Notifications
- Notifications for non-NHS providers
- Notifications for NHS trusts
- Mental health notifications
- IRMER notifications
- Accountable officer notifications
Compliance
Commissioners
You can still find our historic council reports or find out how our website can help with commissioning care on the page below.
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