Glossary
This section explains key parliamentary and government terms.
Care Quality Commission
Abbreviation: CQC
The independent regulator of health and adult social care services in England.
Charity Commission for England and Wales
Abbreviation: Charity Commission
The regulator and registrar of charities in England and Wales.
Civil Aviation Authority
Abbreviation: CAA
The UK regulator for civil aviation.
Competition and Markets Authority
Abbreviation: CMA
The UK regulator responsible for competition and consumer protection enforcement.
Crown Prosecution Service
Abbreviation: CPS
The public body responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in England and Wales.