Parklands Care Homes has announced plans for a £500,000 expansion at its Eilean Dubh care home in Fortrose in response to growing demand.

Downing-backed specialist care provider Mysa Care has acquired Safe Haven, as it continues its growth journey.

The government has been accused of ‘kicking the care sector when it is already down’ after it ruled that overseas recruitment of care workers will end.

Good Day Care Homes has acquired the Heights Care Home, which closed in November 2022.

Dementia specialist Church Farm Care has acquired Wren Hall Nursing Home, strengthening its presence in the region.

Apprenticeship/training provider Babington has joined Knovia, a group of sector-focused independent training businesses.