December 2014

Outstanding contributions by CMG staff across the country have been recognised at the learning disability care provider’s annual awards evening.
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Councillors in Hartlepool say there new £4.5m Mariner Care service can "lead a revolution in learning disability care" by enabling people with complex needs to live semi-independently in the community.
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Children and Families Minister Edward Timpson has announced the publication of two new Easy Read guides on reforms to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.
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A Care Quality Commission review of how the health care needs of disabled children and young people are met by the commisisoners and providers of health care in England.
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A Care Quality Commission special review of health care to those in care homes.
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A report of an inquiry carried out by the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights.
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This Perspectives paper, from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, explores what people with learning disabilities and their families have to say about getting older, their experiences and feelings, and what is most important to them in later…
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As another year draws to a close, it is the traditional time to get the crystal ball out and look at what might happen in the next 12 months. In keeping with recent years, the next year looks set to be tough for people with learning…
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Learning disability charity Mencap has called for an independent investigation into the unexpected death of Nico Reed.
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Calderstones Partnership NHS Foundation Trust must take urgent action to address serious failings in its services to people with learning disabilities, a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report has concluded.
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