Young inspection volunteers selected for prestigious First Minister mentee roles
We are celebrating the exciting news that two of the Care Inspectorate’s young inspection volunteers have been selected for prestigious roles through the First Minister’s mentorship initiative.
Toni Twigg has been selected as the overall winner by the First Minister and will be mentored by Nicola Sturgeon for one year. Ashley Mayer, who was also on the final shortlist of candidates, will now be matched with a mentor through the Scottish Chambers of Commerce network.
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CAPA physical activity programme expanded
We are delighted that the Scottish Government has today announced £730,000 of further funding to allow the Care About Physical Activity programme (CAPA) to be expanded across Scotland, building on its previous funding of almost £1 million.
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Blog: We are focused on person-centred care that supports the best outcomes for people
By Gordon Weir, Interim Chief Executive
I was delighted to have the opportunity in my new role as Interim Chief Executive to help launch the Care Inspectorate’s latest improvement resource Animal Magic, which showcases the positive benefits for people when animals are involved in their care setting.
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MHRA Alert
The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have issued the following alert:
CME McKinley: 100-100SM T34 Ambulatory Syringe Pump
29 August 2018
Infusion systems
MHRA reference: 2018/002/026/291/004
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Angels Day Nursery Ltd Paisley
A nursery in Paisley must make urgent improvements in the quality of care and learning experienced by children, inspectors have warned.
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