The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its annual assessment of health and adult social care in England, highlighting continuing pressures on access to support, funding, workforce capacity and the sustainability of social care provision.
The Department of Health and Social Care has published the final report of the independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism, examining changes in prevalence, rising demand for support and how services should respond.
VODG is seeking to appoint three new trustees to its Board. This is an opportunity to contribute to the strategic oversight and stewardship of a national charity representing leading VCFSE organisations that support disabled people, people with long-term conditions, families and carers.
VODG has opened recruitment for three new trustees to help lead the organisation through its next chapter. Applications are invited from eligible Chief Executives across VODG’s membership by noon on Friday 30 October 2026.
Developed by sector leaders and technology partners, this landmark new report sets out a practical vision for using technology to improve outcomes, strengthen independence, support the workforce and deliver more connected, person-centred services.
Join Together For Mental Wellbeing for what promises to be an inspiring and thought-provoking evening of discussion, learning and reflection on the critical theme, "When Voices Are Missing: The Cost of Overlooking Lived Experience in Mental Health."
A summary of relevant main stage Ministerial speeches at Labour Party Conference 2026, including plans shared by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and the Minister for Women and Equalities.
The Health Secretary, Yvette Cooper MP, set out further detail on the Government’s plans for social care, including new commitments on the workforce and unpaid carers.
The Prime Minister, Andy Burnham MP, used his speech at Labour Party Conference to set out ambitious policy proposals going forward in this Parliament and the next.
