Petition · past parliament · Department of Health and Social Care

Impose a fit and proper persons test for social care companies

Closed 51 signatures

What the petition asks

The Government should impose a 'fit and proper persons test', like that used by HMRC to assess the suitability of those working in the charity sector, to ensure that only reputable individuals are allowed to own and operate social care services.
This should help to ensure that these services are operated sustainably, that clients are suitably cared for, and that employees' rights are better protected.

Timeline

30 Nov 2021 Petition opened for signatures
30 May 2022 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 51
Status Closed
Department Department of Health and Social Care
Opened 30 Nov 2021
Closed 30 May 2022

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.