The financial burden of adult social care is prompting concerns that residents may face increased council tax. This is particularly pressing for Essex as it transitions from Essex County Council to smaller unitary councils, with one of the highest growth rates in council-funded long-term care. Essex County Council leader Kevin Bentley warns that the reorganization could complicate funding, noting that costs differ significantly across regions. If too many councils are created, the balance of financial resources could tip, adversely affecting crucial services such as adult social care.
Essex has seen one of the highest increases in people receiving council-funded long-term adult social care support, raising concerns about funding amid council reorganisation.
Kevin Bentley emphasized that social care costs vary by region, stating that creating multiple new councils could disrupt funding for essential services.
The 13 percent annual increase in social care funding is attributed to changes in data usage, making financial planning more complex for new councils.
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