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These directions require the Care Quality Commission to exercise the functions set out in this direction from 1 October 2023.
The Secretary of State directs the HSSIB to conduct investigations into inpatient mental health care services in both the NHS and independent sector in England.
Directions relating to the Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch's (HSIB) additional functions and duties in carrying out maternity investigations.
Updated recommendations from SaBTO's virology review subcommittee on seasonal influenza and the use of organs for donation.
For manufacturers reporting adverse incidents with intraocular lenses under the vigilance system.
Sets out the terms of reference for the rapid review into data on risks to patient safety in inpatient mental health settings and pathways.
How to consider applications from NHS pensioners wishing to return to work for the NHS.
Explains the connection between the Adult Social Care Framework, the NHS Outcomes Framework and the Public Health Outcomes Framework.
Guidance developed jointly with 11 organisations, including the Department of Health, representing the different parts of the supply chain.
Explains how the national friends and family test results and data should be published.
Anti-malaria and other precautions for a safe and healthy winter sun break.
Uses of long-acting ß2 agonists and current safety advice.
A poster for healthcare professionals on how to make sure that mattresses are not contaminated.
Poster with advice for healthcare professionals on how to carry out point of care testing safely and correctly.
Information on what NHS staff are expected to do as part of the new requirements set out in the FGM enhanced dataset.
Cervical screening equipment guidelines for electrical safety in colposcopy rooms and for LLETZ procedure electrosurgery.
Details how NHS foundation trusts should prepare their quality reports.
Clarifies the role of the school nursing service regarding child sexual exploitation.
How NHS foundation trusts and their auditors should carry out checks on 2014/15 quality reports.
For manufacturers reporting adverse incidents with IVC filters under the vigilance system.
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