Written questions

Health Services: Private Sector

2026-06-14 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL963 · Official question

Baroness Maclean of Redditch

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of whether independent sector healthcare providers are taking full responsibility for the quality of care provided in their facilities regardless of how consultants are engaged, as recommended

Answer

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) expects all health and social care registered providers in England, including those in the independent sector, to meet the fundamental standards of care and quality. The standards include person-centred care, dignity and ...