SCIE share CQC insights

SCIE has undertaken a detailed analysis of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment reports for 76 local authorities, published up to mid-October 2025. These assessments examine how councils are meeting their duties under Part 1 of the Care Act 2014. This short briefing summarises key findings, highlighting both systemic challenges and examples of good practice. It is intended to support local authorities in reflecting on their own performance and identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.

SCIE launches new partnership with Lilli

SCIE and Lilli launched a strategic partnership at NCASC to work with local authorities (LAs) and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) helping them to plan, implement and embed digital tools with confidence, including reducing avoidable and unplanned hospital admissions, such as for people with long-term conditions.

Together, we are passionate about early action and prevention, and how to accelerate the speed of return on investment (ROI) from technology through smart implementation to deliver better outcomes for those receiving care and support, while saving on costs and resource. Our offer will build on emergent outcomes and impact from SCIE and Lilli’s work with councils such as Bromley and Medway, saving millions in one year.

On SCIE and Lilli

Lilli and SCIE worked together to create a step-by-step implementation guide to help councils use digital tools confidently, offering practical advice and proven strategies, including advice from Medway Council on using this approach.

SCIE brings strategic expertise to ensure the quality and safety of practice and in-depth understanding of social care digital transformation, allowing us to tailor solutions to achieve the greatest impact for local areas. Lilli brings expertise in proactive technology and a deep understanding of how AI-driven home monitoring can be used to support evidence-based care packages, improve outcomes, and make savings for social care organisations

For example, in Bromley, solutions including Assistive Technology are expected to deliver savings of around £2million, keeping social care budgets sustainable in the face of ever-increasing demand and cost pressures. Medway Council is using technology to support many people to live safely in their homes for longer, considerably reducing higher needs care referrals, helping to prevent crisis events and achieving over £1.5m in cost savings in one year.

Consultancy at SCIE

Our world-class client satisfaction ratings are a testament to our commitment to co-production, innovation, and impactful change. We are excited to bring our expertise and passion for tackling the most critical challenges in social care. 

As an independent not-for-profit charity, SCIE is committed to sharing the best knowledge on what truly works, particularly through consultancy that maximises productivity and uses cutting-edge technology to improve people’s lives. Our consultancy services are exceptional value for money, with all income going back into improving social care. 

Our collaborative approach means working closely with local authorities, a range of partners, and people with lived experience to provide high-impact consultancy, expert training, and evidence-based resources for the continual improvement of social care. 

Discover how SCIE’s consultancy can help you achieve meaningful, sustainable results by visiting our consultancy page.