Salford approves homes transfer

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Salford city council has approved the transfer of between five and seven residential homes for elderly people to the independent sector. The decision follows...

Bedfordshire director retires

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Bedfordshire county council's director of social services, Alan Chapman, is to retire in December after seven years in the post. Bedfordshire is currently seeking...

Southern Cross acquisition

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Southern Cross Healthcare has announced the acquisition of the former Cedar Lodge Nursing Home in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. The home was purpose-built by Denne...

University honour

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Bill Kilgallon has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Leeds Metropolitan University in recognition of his work in the social care field. He is...

Audit Commission inspectors

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The Audit Commission has selected its 15 lead inspectors to manage implementation of Best Value in the regions. Based in Wales and four regions...

Care UK interims

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Care UK has reported interim figures for the six months to 31 March 2000. Turnover increased to £30.6m (1999: £23.9m) and operating profits on...

Disabilities Trust chief executive

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The Disabilities Trust has appointed Colin Hedley, previously deputy chief executive, as its new chief executive. He takes over from Norman Thody.Before becoming deputy...

Craegmoor expansion

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Craegmoor Healthcare has extended its specialist portfolio this month, acquiring a total of 19 homes, all of which provide care for people with learning...

Derbyshire home helps will not strike

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The dispute between Derbyshire county council and its home care workers appears to be nearing its conclusion, with the news that strike action will...

Cumbria outsourcing home care

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Cumbria county council has invited expressions of interest for the running of part or all of its home care service. The decision follows publication...
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