Health watchdog and charities regulator to formally work together 

Hiqa CEO Phelim Quinn said the memorandum of understanding will “improve shared understanding of the landscape of charitable organisations in Ireland and our mission to maintain high quality and safety for service users”. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

The health and safety watchdog and charities regulator have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to “formalise current and future cooperation” between the organisations.

Hiqa and the charities regulator both have involvement with the regulation of certain charitable organisations and trusts in Ireland and have a vested interest in maintaining a high standard for service users.