HIQA publishes 23 inspection reports on disability designated centres, 24 July 2026 (hiqa.ie)

• 23 inspection reports on disability designated centres published by HIQA
• Good practices noted: employment, holidays, personal goals for residents
• Improvements required: staffing, fire safety, nutrition, infection control, financial access

"HIQA published 23 inspection reports on designated disability centres in Ireland. Inspectors found good practices such as residents having employment and holidays abroad. However, some centres required improvements in areas like night staffing, fire safety, nutrition, infection control, and resident financial access. Providers submitted compliance plans."