Scotland's independent scrutiny and improvement body for care services has today published its annual report

The report provides a comprehensive overview of care in Scotland and the 14,231 services we regulate.


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Care Inspectorate welcomes private fostering campaign

The Care Inspectorate has welcomed a campaign by the Scottish Government to raise awareness of private fostering.  


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Cough and cold medicines recalled by Boots UK.

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) today published a company led drug recall for specific cough and cold medicines made by Boots UK and purchased since September 2013 following a precautionary recall by the pharmacy-led retailer asking patients to check their medicines. 


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Bogus calls to services

We have been alerted that persons purporting to be from the Care Inspectorate have contacted a number of providers to ask for the names and contact details, including addresses, of staff members.


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Latest inspection report on Pentland Hill Nursing Home

Scotland’s care watchdog has today issued a new report into the quality of care at Pentland Hill Nursing Home in Edinburgh.  


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