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Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) is pleased to announce a 96% submission rate for this year's Self-Assessment of Service Statement (SASS). This fantastic result reflects the sector's commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
During May 2026, we will carry out an assurance check of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council Children's Services.
We complete an assurance check of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s children services between 23 and 25 February 2026.
Care providers in Wales must submit their annual return by 26 May 2026. This year, new legal requirements mean providers must also publish their annual return on their own website by 30 June 2026
Information regarding our opening hours over Easter 2026
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) and Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) have jointly published their annual monitoring report on the use of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in Wales for 2024-2025
During April 2026, we will carry out an assurance check of Wrexham County Borough Council Adult Services.
The deadline for SASS 2026 is 27 March – that's just one week away.
We have published a new report highlighting some of the most effective and inspiring practice we've seen across childcare and play settings in Wales.
Findings from our January 2026 assurance check of Isle of Anglesey County Council's children's services, outlining strengths and areas for improvement