Health & Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014
The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 set out the requirements that providers of regulated activities must meet to register with, and remain registered with, the Care Quality Commission. They contain the fundamental standards of care.
Who it applies to
Any provider carrying on a regulated activity in England — care homes, domiciliary care agencies, hospitals, clinics, dental and GP practices, and many community services.
Key points
What HSCA means for care providers in practice.
Supporting work within HSCA
Keep evidence for each fundamental standard inspection-ready.
Maintain registered manager and fit-person records in one place.
Track governance, audits and action plans against the regulations.
Surface risks before they become breaches of a regulation.
Sectors & bodies
The care sectors most affected by HSCA, and the national bodies most involved. Applicability varies by provider type, programme and UK nation.
National bodies
Alongside UK-wide frameworks, care is also shaped by the distinct regulators and standards of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Explore the nations & regions directory for nation-level intelligence.
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