Why You Need a Governance Overview Statement for CQC Registration

Governance isnโ€™t just what you do โ€” itโ€™s how you prove it. And your Governance Overview Statement is the cornerstone of that proof, especially during CQC registration and tendering.


๐Ÿ“„ What Is a Governance Overview Statement?

This document explains your organisationโ€™s:

  • Leadership structure
  • Governance processes
  • Accountability arrangements
  • Quality assurance and compliance framework

Itโ€™s a snapshot that demonstrates safe, well-led systems โ€” in a clear, concise way.


๐Ÿ“Œ When and Why Youโ€™ll Be Asked for It

  • CQC Registration: It helps evidence your fitness to operate and manage services responsibly.
  • Tenders: Itโ€™s often requested as an attachment to show how you govern your service.

Having this prepared in advance can make your submissions smoother and more consistent.


โœ… What to Include

  • Your senior team and their roles
  • Lines of accountability and reporting
  • How you monitor performance and quality
  • How governance feeds into risk management and improvement

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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 โ€ข CQC-aligned โ€ข BASE-aligned (where relevant)


Written by Impact Guru, editorial oversight by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd โ€” bringing extensive experience in health and social care tenders, commissioning and strategy.

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