Challenging times, but positive about the future
11 December 2015
- Our new report outlines the results of an online member survey carried out between 10 September and 1 October 2015
- We collected qualitative and quantitative information covering experiences of the regulatory regime over the last 12 months, as well as captured member feedback on topical issues
- The report disucsses four broad topics: the overall regulatory system; regulatory burden and impact; CQC inspections; and the future of regulation
We have today published the results of our second annual survey of our members’ experience of the regulatory frameworks in a report, Maximising the value of regulation.
Key findings highlighted indicate that while the sector continues to face challenges, it remains positive about the future of the NHS. Although there has been no legislative change, the NHS provider sector has experienced a number of changes to the regulatory system over the last 12 months.
The survey results show that our members have welcomed a shift in national rhetoric from intervention to support; they believe that the regulators have an understanding of the pressures they face at a local level; and have highlighted the progress they have made in coordinating activity and providing more consistent messages.
It is timely for us to capture what NHS providers feel to be the benefits, and the burden, of regulation Miriam Deakin
However, respondents also felt that improvements could be made to the overall regulatory system, and raised concerns about a significant increase in regulatory reporting and scrutiny over the last year.
Miriam Deakin, head of policy, thanked members for their contributions to this year’s survey. She said: “We look forward to continuing to work with the regulators as they develop their approaches. Given the changes ahead, we all have a prime opportunity to maximise value from the regulatory approach for all involved, and ensure regulation is balanced with appropriate investment in support and development.”