The lack of further detail about a manifesto commitment to deep reform has been a disappointment of Labour's first months in office, emphasizing urgency in social care proposals.
Social care reformers need to reclaim the initiative, especially after recent hurdles and the widespread challenges faced by the ageing population in the UK.
The rise in the minimum wage and increased national insurance contributions will cost employers up to 2.8bn, overshadowing the promised 600m funding boost.
Capping personal care costs has financial implications, and past attempts like the ‘dementia tax’ significantly impacted political outcomes, showcasing the sensitivity of social care funding.
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