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Annual Report 2023-2024
Annual Report
Overview of the work we have undertaken during the past year and what we have found
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Joint Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy
Together with Care Inspectorate Wales, we have published a joint strategy focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion

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Annual Report: Healthcare Services in Wales remain under ‘sustained pressure’

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published its Annual Report for 2023-2024, highlighting key findings from the regulation, inspection, and review of healthcare services across Wales. The report provides insight into the quality of care delivered to the people of Wales, and outlines areas where improvements are needed to ensure services remain safe, effective, and patient-centred.

Published: 17 October 2024
"Being a Dental Peer Reviewer is rewarding as you contribute to patient safety and support dental practices."

Ever wondered what it's like to be a Dental peer reviewer with us? Meet our Clinical Dental lead, Ali Jahanfar, as he shares his rewarding experience firsthand!

Published: 4 October 2024
Inspection report for Child Protection in Wales published

Along with other inspectorates we jointly reviewed the effectiveness of partnership working and the work of individual agencies in Child Protection across Wales.

Published: 19 September 2024
Emergency Department at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd shows signs of improvement but challenges remain

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has issued a report (22 August 2024) following an unannounced follow-up inspection of the Emergency Department (ED) at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Rhyl.

Published: 22 August 2024
Maternity services at Singleton Hospital are improving but issues remain

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has issued a report (31 July) following an inspection of the maternity unit at Singleton Hospital in Swansea.

Published: 31 July 2024
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