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CQC's move to a new system means some register changes show up late
Published 27 October 2026 · Drafted with AI, checked by an editor
CQC says its directory and ratings files are delayed while it moves to a new digital system.
What changedCQC is moving its directory of care services to a new system, which has delayed some of the data files it publishes.Who it affectsAnyone who relies on CQC's published directory or ratings files, including commissioners and providers checking competitors.What to doCheck the CQC website directly before relying on a rating or registration status for a decision.Key datesNotice on CQC's data page as at October 2026.
CQC says changes such as provider registration cancellations may take longer than usual to appear in its files.
Some locations that offer more than one type of service no longer get an overall location rating; their individual service ratings are still published.
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