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23 Jun 2025

We would like to pay tribute to Ali, a much-admired colleague, dedicated dental professional, and Clinical Dental Lead at Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW). Ali’s contributions to dentistry in Wales were both significant and lasting, and his legacy continues to inspire those who had the privilege of working alongside him.

20 Jun 2025

Following a recent criminal investigation, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has issued a caution to the provider for breach of the Care Standards Act 2000.

11 Jun 2025

On Friday 16 May 2025, we were delighted to attend the Mental Health and Wellbeing Show, an event dedicated to championing positive mental health and wellbeing across Wales and beyond.

5 Jun 2025

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published a report following an unannounced inspection of maternity services at Ysbyty Gwynedd, managed by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The inspection took place over three consecutive days in February 2025 and looked at the quality and safety of care being delivered within the Llifon Ward, which specialises in antenatal and postnatal care.

15 May 2025

Following a recent criminal investigation, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has invoked its legal powers due to a breach of the Care Standards Act 2000.

9 May 2025

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published a report following an unannounced inspection of the maternity services at Neath Port Talbot Hospital, managed by Swansea Bay University Health Board. The inspection of the birth centre took place over three consecutive days in February 2025.

8 May 2025

Find out about our priorities and actions for 2025-2026

1 May 2025

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) recognises the serious challenges posed by corridor care in hospitals across Wales. This practice can compromise patient safety, dignity, and the overall quality of care. Corridor care should not be normalised.

1 May 2025

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has released a report following an unannounced inspection of a specialist mental health ward at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Part of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Ward 7 is a 14-bed unit providing dementia care. The inspection took place over three consecutive days in January 2025.

16 Apr 2025

This Easter, our offices will be closed from 5pm on Thursday, 17 April. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, 22 April.