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Care Quality Commission
News London has published 6 stories involving Care Quality Commission, from July 2026 to August 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Local News · HackneyEast London NHS Trust downgraded over Hackney mental health safety risks
The Care Quality Commission has downgraded East London NHS Foundation Trust’s emergency mental health support in Hackney and the City of London after finding breaches in safety, staff supervision and patient detention times. The trust must now submit an action plan to address the failures.
Hackney5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Local News · CroydonCroydon A&E waits rise 52% as CQC rates service 'Requires Improvement'
Average A&E waiting times at Croydon University Hospital increased by 51.8% between 2021 and 2025, reaching 390 minutes. The Care Quality Commission rated the department 'Requires Improvement' in June 2026 after patients waited up to 127 hours during a March inspection.
Croydon5 min readTrust 55 · Craft 65 · Hype 55
Local News · CroydonCroydon A&E waits rise 52% since 2021 as CQC flags care risks
Average A&E waits at Croydon University Hospital have risen by 52% since 2021, reaching 390 minutes in 2025. The CQC rated the department ‘Requires Improvement’ in June, citing waits of up to 127 hours and concerns over corridor care and safeguarding training.
Croydon5 min readTrust 55 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Local News · SouthwarkKing's College Hospital surgery rated 'Good' after six-year wait
King’s College Hospital’s surgery services have been upgraded to 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission, following a 2025 inspection that praised staff kindness and leadership improvements. The service had been rated 'Requires Improvement' since 2019.
Southwark5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 87 · Hype 28
Council & Politics · All LondonBarnet Inquest Reveals NHS Trust Flaws After Patient Death
An inquest found a clinical support worker misled the court over checks on Najib Naagi, 55, who died in a Barnet mental health ward. The Trust admitted systemic flaws, issued disciplinary action, and overhauled observation policies to prevent future risks.
All London5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 15- Local News
Harlington Hospice secures 'Good' rating across all services
Harlington Hospice has achieved a 'Good' rating for all its Care Quality Commission-regulated services, including Michael Sobell House in Northwood and Lansdowne House in Hayes. The latest inspection highlighted strong leadership and innovative practices.
4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 73 · Hype 20