CQC publishes State of Care report

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its annual analysis of the quality of health and adult social care in England. This is the first time such a national assessment has been possible following CQC’s introduction of a tough, rigorous ratings system. 

Key findings include:

  • Despite increasingly challenging circumstances, the majority of services across health and social care have been rated as good, with some rated outstanding
  • However, there is significant variation in quality -  and safety continues to be the biggest  concern across all the sectors that CQC regulates
  • Strong leadership and collaboration is emerging as more crucial than ever to delivering good care
  • Evidence increasingly shows that CQC’s work is leading to improvements in care

The number of services rated as either good or outstanding by CQC suggests most people are receiving safe, effective care.

The report can be read in full at www.cqc.org.uk/stateofcare.