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Commissioner

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CQC Glossary of terms used in the guidance for providers and managers

Care Quality Commission

A person or organisation that buys services on behalf of the people living in the area that the commissioner covers. This may be for a population as a whole, or for individuals who need specific care, treatment and support.

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