Overview
- The regulator published detailed reports confirming overall good ratings for Stockton-on-Tees and Bradford councils’ adult social care services.
- Stockton inspectors highlighted effective partnership work on timely hospital discharges, falls prevention successes, and a free respite “timeout” offer for unpaid carers.
- Stockton was told to update overdue assessments and tackle access barriers facing Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic residents due to cultural and language issues.
- In Bradford, the CQC praised person-centred support, a two-hour urgent community response reducing hospital admissions, and steps toward a neurodiverse friendly city.
- Bradford acknowledged inconsistent experiences for unpaid carers and has adopted a carers strategy, with the CQC set to monitor progress across both authorities.