Independent guidance for England · Content version: 1 November 2026Pre-launch review
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Safety & care · Guidance update
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New adult social care IPC guidance brings key resources together

UKHSA and DHSC have published consolidated infection prevention guidance for adult social care, including care homes, supported living and care in people's own homes.

Sources: UK Health Security Agency and Department of Health and Social Care
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Governance · Report
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State of Care highlights governance and workforce pressures

CQC's 2025/26 report identifies governance, staff competence and market pressures in adult social care. Its assessed-service findings require careful interpretation.

Sources: Care Quality Commission · Care Quality Commission, published on GOV.UK
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