CQC enforcement legal advice

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have a wide range of civil and criminal enforcement powers and the CQC can enforce against registered providers and individuals who are found to be in breach of the regulations. 

Getting the right advice early in the event of any CQC enforcement action can make all the difference in terms of the outcome for providers.

Regulatory action against providers has increased significantly in recent years and there has also been a rise in the levels of sanctions imposed. Enforcement action of any type may also have other implications for a provider. For example, it may impact on commissioning of a service, contracts or the reputation of the provider.

The CQC also have the power to take enforcement action against companies or individuals providing regulated activities without registration.

We would always advise clients to seek advice as soon as a concern arises so that we can assist in reviewing the concern and advise on how best to handle it. 

How we can help

We can advise, prepare, respond and represent you in any action brought by the CQC including. 

• Responding to CQC
• Handling enforcement issues
• Health and Safety Executive concerns
• Inquests
• Advice regarding potential prosecutions
• Assistance responding to PACE letters
• Advice on and attendance at interviews under caution
• Handling prosecutions

We’re here to help

You’ll find our team of lawyers friendly and easy to talk to and we understand the ins and outs of regulatory law. 

Our specialist lawyers are based in:

• Cambridgeshire: Cambridge
• Essex: Brentwood, Chelmsford, and Saffron Walden
• Hertfordshire: Bishop's Stortford and Royston 

But we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.

Call our specialist solicitors on 0808 231 1320