Regulating Nursing Homes in the Corporate Age | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A major independent review is demanding sweeping reforms in nursing home regulation, arguing that corporate owners—not just individual facilities—must be held accountable. As nursing homes have become part of large, complex corporate chains, regulators are struggling to enforce standards and protect residents’ rights. The report calls for a regulatory overhaul centered on resident dignity, autonomy, and wellbeing, not just safety. HIQA’s CEO supports the push, pledging to strengthen accountability, improve staff culture, and update inspection methods. Recent inspections of Emeis Ireland homes…