Abbotsford Care Improvement Notice Issued Due to Significant Concerns
The Care Inspectorate has issued an Improvement Notice to Abbotsford Care, Headwell House in Dunfermline, following an inspection that identified significant concerns about the quality of care. The notice outlines required improvements that must be made within a specified timeframe.
Care Inspectorate Publishes New Corporate Plan for Social Care Future
The Care Inspectorate has published a new corporate plan guiding its work for the next five years. The plan outlines a vision for high-quality, compassionate care and a mission to provide public assurance and support improvement in social care and social work across Scotland.
Anne's Law Strengthens Care Home Visiting Rights
The Care Inspectorate has announced that Anne's Law, strengthening care home visiting rights, will come into effect on March 31, 2026. The law introduces new duties for care home providers regarding visiting arrangements, identification of Essential Care Supporters, and transparency on restrictions. A three-month implementation period will follow the effective date.
Mölnlycke Health Care Recalls Hibiwash Batches
The Care Inspectorate has issued a notice regarding Mölnlycke Health Care's recall of specific batches of Hibiwash. This action is taken due to potential issues with the product, and further information is available via a link to the UK government's drug and device alerts.
Care Inspectorate Publishes Case Studies on Allied Health Professionals' Impact
The Care Inspectorate has published new case studies highlighting the significant contributions of Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) to care services across Scotland. The publication showcases innovative approaches in areas such as pain management, rehabilitation, and arts therapy, aiming to inspire the care sector.
Community Unit with Nursing Beds Tender Award Notice
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for community nursing beds to a provider under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract is valued at £1,920,672.00 and will run from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.
Contract Award: Independent Fostering Agencies for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Brighter Futures Foster Care Limited for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. This award is part of a multi-lot call-off process to ensure local placements for children and young people.
Metropolitan Police Service Awards Music Licence to PPL PRS Ltd
The Metropolitan Police Service has awarded a music licence to PPL PRS Ltd for an annual value of £479,069 (including VAT). This contract award notice was published on March 28, 2026, and the contract is set to begin on April 1, 2026.
Independent Fostering Agencies Contract Awarded for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for Independent Fostering Agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. The contract award notice was published on March 28, 2026, with an award decision date of February 24, 2026.
Independent Fostering Agencies Contract Awarded for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to THE NATIONAL FOSTERING AGENCY LIMITED for independent fostering services for children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. This award is part of a multi-lot call-off to support the council's looked-after children.
Contract Awarded for Fostering Agencies for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Fostering Solutions Limited for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. The contract value is £0 excluding VAT, and the award decision date was February 24, 2026.
Contract Awarded for Independent Fostering Agencies for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to FAMILY PLACEMENT.COM LIMITED for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. This award is part of a multi-lot call-off under the Procurement Act 2023.
Independent Fostering Agencies Contract Awarded for Children with Disabilities/Complex Healthcare Needs
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Capstone Foster Care (Southwest) Limited for independent fostering agency services for children with disabilities or complex healthcare needs. The contract was published on March 28, 2026, and awarded on February 24, 2026.
Contract Award: Independent Fostering Agencies for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to COMPASS FOSTERING SOUTH LIMITED for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. This award is part of a multi-lot call-off process to secure local placements for children and young people.
Contract Award: Fostering Agencies for Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to FIVE RIVERS CHILD CARE LIMITED for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. The contract value is £0, as it is a call-off from a larger framework.
Contract Awarded for Fostering Agencies for Disabled Children
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Foster Care Associates Limited for independent fostering agencies to support children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. This award is part of a multi-lot call-off process to secure local fostering arrangements for children and young people.
Independent Fostering Agencies Contract Awarded for Children with Disabilities/Complex Healthcare Needs
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for Independent Fostering Agencies to support looked-after children with disabilities or complex healthcare needs. Liberty Foster Care Limited has been awarded Contract 8 under this multi-lot call-off, with the award decision made on February 24, 2026.
Contract Awarded for Independent Fostering Agencies Supporting Children with Disabilities
Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to ORANGE GROVE FOSTERCARE LTD for independent fostering agencies supporting children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs. The contract value is £0 excluding VAT, and the award decision date was February 24, 2026.