What is the Welsh version of CQC?
On 15 January 2018 the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW) changed its name to Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).
What do Care Inspectorate Wales do?
We are the independent regulator of social care and childcare in Wales. We register, inspect and take action to improve the quality and safety of services for the well-being of the people of Wales. Our core values ensure people are at the heart of everything we do and aspire to be.
What is the equivalent of Ofsted in Wales?
In Wales the regulator and inspectorate for childcare is Care Inspectorate Wales, in England Ofsted. Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) regulates and inspects childcare based on these minimum standards.
Is there a CQC in Wales?
Wales: Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales. Scotland: The health care regulator is the Care Inspectorate and the regulation of the independent health care sector sits with Healthcare Improvement Scotland. Northern Ireland: Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority.