Now that the date for departure from the EU is only a few months away, the precise outcome is still uncertain. Jef Smith discusses the possible implications for the care sector.

The future of the care homes market is an extremely important matter. Most managers of homes are both eager to master the issues and up for the challenge of exploring possible solutions, Jef Smith reports.

A recent report by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) found that the recruitment and retention of good quality staff is vital to improving ratings. How can you ensure you recruit the best staff for your care service?

Check that you and your staff are doing what you need with the Audit: Premises — Infection Control in Care Homes Checklist and follow our 11 top tips with handy documents for you to use.

Intergenerationalism isn’t new, but over the last few years it has been enjoying something of a renaissance, with claims that everyone benefits from making relationships with those far away from them in age, Jef Smith explores some examples.

Barrister Robert Spicer brings together some of the worst reported health and safety prosecutions.

Not all carers are invariably caring. Jef Smith tells one story.

Barrister Robert Spicer brings together some of the worst reported health and safety prosecutions.

Suzanne Tanser reports on the latest regarding the National Minimum Wage (NMW), providing a rundown of decisions, deadlines, and data you need to be aware of.

On Care Homes Open Day this year, Jef Smith took the opportunity to visit a selection of homes in his local area to see if the Day presents a successful public relations exercise.