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PRACTICE NOTES
FORTHCOMING CHANGE:
As at the end of May 2025, the CQC is re-evaluating its inspection and assessment framework, exploring how it might be refined to better judge each category of service. The future format is not yet confirmed; nevertheless, for now the ‘Single Assessment Framework’ remains in place, at present, with changes focused on the scoring approach. Evidence categories are no longer awarded scores; instead, only the quality statements are rated, a model referred to as the hybrid approach. CQC plans to run a consultation on updates to the Single Assessment Framework in Autumn 2025, with a view to bringing in revisions during 2026. It is expected that the quality statements could be streamlined (there are currently 34), and that CQC will add certain rating characteristics to support greater consistency. Such rating characteristics existed before the Single Assessment Framework was introduced in December 2023. CQC has also
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PRACTICE NOTES
FORTHCOMING CHANGE:
As at July 2025, the CQC is actively reviewing its inspection and assessment framework, exploring amendments to make evaluation of each service type more effective. While the eventual model is not yet known, for the present the ‘Single Assessment Framework’ continues to operate, with scoring adjustments in place. These revisions relate specifically to scoring arrangements. Under the current hybrid approach, evidence categories are no longer scored; instead, only quality statements receive ratings. (See: CQC scoring approach). This Practice Note outlines the role, powers and functions of the .
What is the CQC?
The CQC is a non-departmental statutory body, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care, which regulates health and social care services in England, and protects the interests of people whose rights are restricted under the Mental Health Act 1983 (MeHA 1983).
The CQC’s legal framework
The CQC was
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PRACTICE NOTES
This Practice Note outlines how the Care Quality Commission (CQC) applies its powers and approach to sanctions and enforcement.
What is the CQC?
The CQC is a non-departmental statutory body, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care. It regulates health and social care services in England and safeguards the interests of people whose rights are restricted under the Mental Health Act 1983 (MeHA 1983). See Practice Note: Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The relevant legal framework for enforcement
The CQC’s enforcement powers are derived from:
the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (HSCA 2008)
the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, SI 2014/2936
the Care Quality Commission (Registration) Regulations 2009, SI 2009/3112
the Legislative and Regulatory Reform Act 2006 (LRRA 2006) and the Regulators’ Code
For registered services, enforcement action is taken against registered
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