Amendment to the Health and Care Bill

In response to the publication today of a new government amendment to the Health and Care Bill, which sets out new powers for CQC to have oversight of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs), Dr Rosie Benneyworth, Chief Inspector of Primary Medical Services and Integrated Care, said:

“This amendment supports health and care systems to be held accountable and encourages the shift towards more integrated services and improved outcomes for people.”