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4
Jun
The CQC is rewriting the framework — and most dental practices don’t know it yet
Two independent reviews last year heavily criticised the CQC’s Single Assessment Framework (SAF), saying it was unfit for purpose. The result? The CQC is now rebuilding its approach to assessing health and care services from the ground up. For dental practices, this is significant. What replaces the SAF will shape every inspection, every published report, […]
19
May
Updated Safeguarding Children Intercollegiate Guidance: What Dental Practices Need to Know
The updated Safeguarding children and young people & children and young people in care: Competencies for health care staff (Intercollegiate Guidance) has been published. The update appears to have been released with relatively little visibility or communication, having previously been flagged on the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) website as under review with an anticipated publication timeframe of Spring 2025. […]
11
May
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026: recognising your nursing team in a year of real change
2026 has not been a quiet year for veterinary practice. The CMA published its final decision in March, bringing confirmed changes that will affect how practices operate, communicate with clients and handle prescriptions. The ongoing push for legislative protection of the veterinary nurse title has continued to gather pace and across the profession, the pressure […]
27
Apr
Oliver McGowan Training for Dental Practices Clearing Up the Confusion
If you work in dental regulation or compliance in England, you’ll know that the number one question doing the rounds right now is: Do dental teams need Tier 1 or Tier 2 Oliver McGowan training? And with mixed messages coming from training providers, professional networks, and even CQC inspectors, it’s no wonder practices are confused. So here is a clear, […]
3
Mar
HR is becoming a risk area for veterinary practices – here’s how to simplify It
Veterinary practices are under pressure. Regulatory scrutiny is increasing. Documentation expectations are clearer – and higher. Yet many independent and small practices are still managing HR through spreadsheets, inboxes and informal systems. That gap creates risk. HR in veterinary practice is no longer just about contracts and annual reviews. It now sits at the centre […]
17
Feb
Agilio One is the complete solution to future-proof your practice and drive growth
The dental sector is changing faster than ever. Compliance requirements are tightening, workforce challenges are growing, and patient expectations are rising. Practices that rely on outdated, fragmented systems risk falling behind – not just operationally, but strategically. Agilio One isn’t just about managing compliance and admin. It’s about giving your practice the tools to thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. […]