SOCIAL CARE

Labour reaffirms commitment to National Care Service

Care minister Stephen Kinnock has reaffirmed Labour’s commitment to a National Care Service.

By Lee Peart | 07 August 2024
Wes Streeting (c) Fred Duval

Care minister Stephen Kinnock has reaffirmed Labour's commitment to a National Care Service.

Speaking after chancellor Rachel Reeves scrapped delayed care charging reforms along with plans for an adult social care training and development fund, Kinnock said Labour remained committed to supporting the social care workforce in the long term.

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Popular articles by Lee Peart

  1. Care providers call for reform of hospital discharge process
  2. King's Speech: Waiting lists, prevention and mental health top health agenda
  3. Local authority third-party spend rises 17% to £83bn
  4. Leaders call on Labour to act on social care
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