co-Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care
Lambeth Council's adult social care services received a 'Good' CQC rating, with 'Outstanding' for equity, as reported in May 2026.
Lambeth Council's adult social care services, overseen by the co-Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, were rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in an assessment published in May 2026. The CQC specifically highlighted an 'Outstanding' performance in equity and outcomes, placing the borough among the top 10% nationally for its overall score.
The CQC assessment awarded Lambeth Adult Social Care a score of 78 out of 100. This achievement makes Lambeth one of only five local authorities to receive an 'Outstanding' judgement for Equity in Experiences and Outcomes, according to the CQC's findings.
Key facts
- Lambeth Adult Social Care was rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in May 2026. Source
- The CQC assessment found Lambeth Adult Social Care to have an 'Outstanding' performance in equity and outcomes. Source
- Lambeth Adult Social Care scored 78 out of 100 in the CQC's May 2026 assessment. Source
- Lambeth is one of only five local authorities to receive an 'Outstanding' judgement for Equity in Experiences and Outcomes. Source
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