Health Secretary Calls for Urgent Overhaul of Care Quality Commission

Wes Streeting criticizes watchdog's failings and outlines immediate steps to restore public trust in health and social care ratings.

Independent review reveals significant internal failings within the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
One in five health and care providers have not received a rating, some inspections are over a decade old.
Streeting emphasizes the need for new leadership and cultural changes at the CQC.
Immediate actions include appointing a senior cancer doctor to review the assessment framework.
Public confidence in CQC's ratings is crucial for making informed health and social care decisions.