21 October 2025

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The annual ‘ State of the adult social care sector and workforce in England ’ report shows that the total number of posts in adult social care increased by 2.2% on the previous year. As well as providing a vital public service, the sector’s economic contribution increased by 12.2% to reach £77.8 billion.

This increase in economic contribution is largely driven by more filled posts in social care and an increase in the National Living Wage, resulting in an increase in average pay. This shows that improved workforce capacity and pay in social care brings economic benefits for wider society.

Click the link below to read the full report.

CQC have launched a public consultation on proposals to improve how they access health and care services, make judgements and award ratings

We encourage all of our members to complete this consultation

WMCA members get access to our online DBS system — a quick, secure way to submit applications and receive results electronically.

Best of all, members benefit from heavily discounted rates, making this one of the most cost-effective DBS services in the sector.

Our friendly team understands the care market and is here to help. Once members try it, they’re amazed at how easy it is — and never look back.

Find out more about this and other member benefits by clicking the link below.

While Halloween can be a fun and festive time for many, it can present unique challenges for people living with dementia. The sudden changes in environment — from decorations and costumes to unfamiliar sounds and social interactions — may lead to increased confusion, anxiety, or distress.

We've put together some key considerations and recommendations for a dementia-friendly Halloween.

Webinar:

The Changing Landscape of International Recruitment: Legal and HR Essentials

To find out more, click the link below

If you're using an Assured Digital Social Care Record (DSCR), you may now be able to activate GP Connect — a secure NHS-backed tool that gives your care team instant access to residents’ GP records at the point of care.

No more chasing surgeries or waiting on discharge summaries. With GP Connect, staff can view real-time information like medications, diagnoses, allergies and immunisations — helping them make faster, safer care decisions. It’s quick to switch on and already improving care across the country.

Spotting Human Error: Building a Cyber Aware Culture in Care

4 November 2025

10.00-11.00am (online)

Police Cyber Webinar Series for the Care Sector

This is the final session in our Care Sector Cyber Series - Spotting Human Error: Building a Cyber Aware Culture in Care

Hosted by the CRC Network, a police-led not-for-profit organisation, providing practical tools and guidance to protect care providers from cyber crime.