Independent guidance for England · Content version: 1 November 2026Pre-launch review
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Independent service scopes and their main proposed deliverable
ServiceMain proposed deliverable
CQC Registration SupportActivity and scope note with assumptions recorded.
Compliance AuditExecutive summary and requirement-by-requirement findings.
Mock InspectionMock inspection findings with evidence and limitations.
Well-Led ReviewGovernance findings mapped to relevant requirements.
Thematic AuditsA focused findings report with source and evidence references.
Requires Improvement RecoveryA consolidated improvement plan with owners and milestones.
Enforcement and Report ResponseAn issue and evidence matrix.
Provider Information Return SupportA question-and-evidence preparation schedule.
CQC DeskA proportionate compliance calendar.
UK GDPR and DSPT AuditA documented gap assessment and priority actions.
ISO Readiness for HealthcareA scoped readiness and gap review.
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