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CQC publishes data on deaths of people with a learning disability
The data published sadly shows that a significant number of people with learning disabilities have died as a result of Covid-19.
Transforming Care data shows a high number of children and adults remain in inpatient units amid concerns over increased risk during Covid 19
At least 2,060 people with a learning disability and/or autism remain in inpatient units as charities warn they are at even greater risk during coronavirus crisis
JCHR report during Covid-19
JCHR report on the detention of young people who are autistic or have a learning disability during Covid-19.
9 Years since Winterbourne View
Looking back and we are still waiting for care to be transformed.
One year on from the Whorlton Hall abuse scandal
Children and adults with a learning disability and/or autism remain in inpatient units during lockdown.
Over 2000 people with a learning disability and/or autism remain in inpatient units
Mencap and the Challenging Behaviour Foundation call for urgent action and emergency investment in social care to stop more children and adults with a learning disability and/or autism being admitted into inpatient units during the Covid-19 pandemic.
CQC Releases Independent Review into Whorlton Hall by Prof. Glynis Murphy
CQC published its independent review into the regulation of Whorlton Hall between 2015 and 2019.
CBF statement on CQC's sexual safety report
The report makes a series of recommendations aiming to promote sexual safety and expression in adult social care services.