INFECTION CONTROL MONTH: Partnering for prevention in 2025
Infection control remains a top priority for care homes, hospitals, education providers, and public facilities alike. While the heightened awareness brought on by the pandemic has receded, the need for proactive, high-quality infection prevention is as urgent as ever, especially with rising antimicrobial resistance, increased occupant density, and regulatory scrutiny… The role of third-party cleaning […]
UK immigration reforms land this week: What does this mean for social care?
By Michelle Holmes, MD of immigration consultancy Holmes & Partners On 22nd July, the UK government rolled out several significant immigration reforms that will reshape how social care organisations hire overseas talent. The changes include: These reforms form part of the Home Office’s broader strategy to “restore control” of the immigration system, following a near 40% […]
Care homes set to receive Great British Energy funding for solar
The Government says care homes in local communities will benefit from cheaper energy bills as Great British Energy delivers on its ‘clean energy superpower’ mission to make working people and their communities better off. Great British Energy, the government’s publicly-owned clean energy company, has awarded mayoral authorities a share of £10 million in grant funding […]
