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The inspection, which took place between 17 and 19 November 2025, assessed the local authority's performance in exercising their duties and functions in line with legislation.
Some of our online services are currently unavailable. They will be back from 9am on 4 February
We will soon be writing to all childcare and play providers about their Self Assessment of Service Statement (SASS) 2026.
During February 2026 Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) will be undertaking an assurance check of the Community Learning Disabilities Team in Conwy County Borough Council and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Some of our online services will be unavailable from midday on 28 January to 9am on 4 February
The inspection, which took place between 10 and 12 November 2025, assessed the local authority's social services and health board's performance in exercising their statutory duties and functions.
During February 2026, we will carry out an assurance check of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council Children's Services
A joint inspection by Estyn and Care Inspectorate Wales has recognised Gwynedd Council's clear commitment to strengthening safeguarding arrangements whilst identifying important areas for continued improvement.
CIW inspection finds thorough adopter assessments and valued support services at North Wales Adoption Service, while identifying improvement needed in governance, quality assurance and records management
Information about our opening hours over the Christmas and New Year period and how you can contact us