Interim report highlights CQC failings

Interim findings of an independent review of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) have identified significant internal failings, which are hampering its ability to identify...

We Care Group partners with Doctify to improve trust and transparency

We Care Group has partnered with Doctify to help improve transparency and trust across its network of homes. Doctify is a platform that captures and...

Counting the cost of fixing the waiting list crisis

How much would it really cost to fix the waiting list crisis in the English NHS, and to what extent might the independent sector...

Operating profit declines at Denplan

Dental capitation plan provider Denplan has reported a sharp decline in operating profit for the year ended 31 December 2023 as cost allocations increased. Turnover was up...

Greater choice is key in decision to ‘go private’

Patient choice is a key factor in peoples’ decision to ‘go private’, according to a new report – Patient priorities – published by the...

One in five NHS operations delivered by independent sector providers

Independent sector providers are now delivering nearly one in five NHS operations, according to analysis of quarterly NHS data published by the Independent Healthcare...

Sk:n Group collapses after failure to find new investment

TriSpan-backed aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgery business Sk:n has collapsed after failing to secure new investment. Winding up orders were made by the court against...

Net zero heroes

IHPN CEO David Hare discusses the steps the independent healthcare sector is taking to help tackle climate change 'First do no harm’ has of course...

Turnover up at Mastercall but contracting environment remains challenging

Out of hospital care provider Mastercall has reported a 5% increase in turnover to £17.2m for the year ended 30 September 2023. The social enterprise, which operates...

Duke Street acquires AGITO in carve out deal

European mid-market private equity group Duke Street has agreed to acquire AGITO Medical from Philips. AGITO, based in Aalborg, Denmark, provides mobile rental solutions...