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A care home corridor, representing the leadership continuity a care home manager change requires when a home changes operator
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Ten Care Homes Are About to Change Hands. Then What?

September 16, 2026
A CMA competition ruling is about to leave several UK care homes without a confirmed registered manager, almost overnight this week.
Two social care sector managers reviewing appointment and compliance documents together in an office meeting
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The One Job Title That Can Land You in Court, Personally

September 8, 2026
One Manchester case reveals a legal risk most care providers have never considered before appointing a registered manager.
Healthcare professionals in discussion at a reception area, showing teamwork in care
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The Pay Rise Coming for Care Staff Could Squeeze Your Managers

August 31, 2026
Care worker pay is heading for a national reset, and registered and deputy managers may end up feeling the squeeze first.
Care home managers reviewing files together during a leadership review
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The CQC Is Quietly Reopening Files on Care Homes Rated Good

August 20, 2026
Care homes that haven't had a full check in years are quietly back in the CQC's sights, and it's really about who is running them now.
Caregiver assisting an elderly woman in a wheelchair along a retirement home corridor
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Care Has a New Minister. Your Leadership Gap Hasn't Moved

August 13, 2026
A new social care minister and reform agenda are in the headlines, but your registered manager still needs the same support today.
Care home staff supporting a resident in a modern UK care facility corridor
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Your Council Is About to Compete With You for Care Leaders

August 5, 2026
A wave of council mergers is about to make finding a good registered manager or regional manager tougher than it already is right now.
Caregiver supporting an elderly resident in a UK care home setting
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The Registered Manager Problem Nobody Wants to Talk About

July 26, 2026
Care vacancies hit a decade low, but registered manager roles tell a different story. Nearly double the sector average, with a third of current managers approaching retirement.
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How Staffing Levels Affect Health and Social Care Services

July 14, 2025
Staffing levels in health and social care directly impact service quality and patient safety. Discover how improving staffing can enhance care and satisfaction.
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Why Retention Matters More Than Ever in Health and Social Care

July 7, 2025
Retention is key in health and social care, affecting patient care and staff morale. Discover why keeping your workforce intact is crucial and how to tackle these challenges effectively.