How to Display CQC Registration on a UK Dental Practice Website (2026)
Quick answer
A UK dental practice website should show the CQC registered provider name, registered manager, provider ID, and location ID in the site footer, and link to the latest CQC inspection report on cqc.org.uk from an About or Regulatory page. The information must appear on every page, not just a single hidden page.
What CQC and GDC each expect
CQC expects registered providers to make their registration status visible to patients. GDC expects dental practices to be transparent about who provides the service and how patients can raise concerns. Between them, the effect on a website is straightforward.
- Registered provider name (as on the CQC register).
- Registered manager name.
- Provider ID and location ID.
- Link to the latest CQC inspection report.
Where each item belongs
- Footer of every page: provider name, provider ID, manager name.
- About or Regulatory page: full CQC block with link to inspection report.
- Home page: a small badge or line that references CQC registration is a helpful trust signal, though not strictly required.
Using CQC ratings in advertising
Keeping the CQC block accurate
CQC report URLs change when a new inspection is published. Set a calendar reminder to check the link every three months and after any inspection. On our care plan this is a monthly checklist item.
Common questions
Do I have to link to the CQC report?+
It is not strictly mandatory, but it is best practice and expected by patients.
What if we are newly registered and have no report yet?+
State that clearly, show your registration details, and link to your provider page on cqc.org.uk.
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