social care

Yvette Cooper, the new health secretary, states that women should not feel pressured into an 'ideal birth' and promises comprehensive reform following maternity scandals. She will focus on maternity and child health and implement social care reforms.

The article argues that resolving structural issues in social care is more critical than focusing on financial disputes. It draws a parallel to wind power, where agreement on major structural aspects takes precedence over funding discussions.

Reform demands Burnham rule out a £18bn 'death tax' to fund social care and accuses the Prime Minister of an insult.

Andy Burnham has cast doubt on the future of legalising assisted dying by stating legislation should wait until social care and palliative care improvements are made. Supporters remain determined to advance the bill, but his comments may hinder its passage in Parliament. New polling shows Burnham's approval rising across most demographics except Reform voters.

Simon Lambert warns against implementing a double 'death tax' to prevent negative impacts on social care. The article emphasizes the need to address this issue to protect social care systems.

The number of people living to 90 has increased significantly, raising concerns about funding for social care. The article questions whether Burnham's proposed plans can address this emerging crisis.

Burnham does not rule out tax increases to address social care issues. The prime minister is holding cross-party discussions to accelerate the review of social care in England.

Andy Burnham has deferred the assisted dying debate, advocating for improvements in palliative and social care first. The article highlights his focus on addressing care system issues before progressing legislative discussions on end-of-life choices.

Prime Minister Burnham stated the assisted dying debate should wait until social care issues are resolved, dashing Labour MPs' hopes of advancing the legislation this year.

Andy Burnham is delivering a speech on social care, emphasizing the need for political consensus and common ground rather than detailing specific reforms. Louise Casey downplays concerns about costs, noting many families are already paying. Separately, Green party leader Zack Polanski admits to sharing a controversial Instagram post but refuses to apologize to Nigel Farage.

Ed Miliband discusses what his grandfather would have said about his new job, while Andy Burnham addresses challenges in Britain's social care system. A cross-party meeting hosted by the new prime minister lacks key figures like Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who are absent in person or via Zoom.

Andy Burnham's cross-party talks on social care were disrupted by the absence of Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who were given only 18 hours' notice. Nigel Farage was also excluded from the discussions.

Burnham invites the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats to discuss social care. The Prime Minister is expected to emphasize cross-party cooperation as key to resolving the issue.

The article discusses concerns that Prime Minister Burnham may introduce a 10% tax on all inheritances to fund social care, described as an £18 billion 'death tax' nightmare. Fears center on the potential financial impact of the proposed levy.

Andy Burnham plans to introduce an £18bn 'death tax' to fund social care. Reform UK has warned against the proposal amid growing concerns about the Prime Minister's plans.

The Tories and Reform UK oppose Andy Burnham's potential social care reform plans involving tax increases. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting anticipates a prime minister addressing challenging issues, while Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey seeks a lasting consensus on social care reform.

Andy Burnham began his premiership by announcing plans on social care, devolution, and welfare, but the article questions whether these represent true transformation or merely a shift in political style. The piece also highlights Burnham's upcoming meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss foreign policy.

Andy Burnham states that social care must change to prevent the NHS from collapsing, but he has not provided a timeline for implementing these changes.

Experts warn that Reform UK's proposed levy on employing overseas staff could harm the NHS and social care, lead to school teacher shortages, and risk university bankruptcies. The policy would impose a higher employer national insurance rate and annual charge on non-UK passport holders, excluding Irish passport holders.

Burnham is focusing on social care, youth unemployment, and devolution. A No 10 source claims this demonstrates the prime minister is 'hitting the ground running'.

England struggles to resolve its social care issues, with successive governments failing to address the problem effectively. This inaction has led to significant political consequences.

No10 is accelerating its plan for a death tax to address social care funding. The initiative aims to resolve issues in the social care system through tax adjustments.

Warnings are issued regarding Burnham's death tax plan, and the new Labour leader expresses willingness to expend political capital to fund social care.

The UK will appoint Andy Burnham as prime minister on July 20. He faces economic challenges, high government borrowing costs, and irregular migrant arrivals in small boats. Burnham has pledged to address homelessness by expanding public housing and increasing social care funding.

Andy Burnham was declared leader of Britain's Labour Party, set to become prime minister on Monday. He secured 379 out of 403 Labour lawmakers' nominations and pledged to focus on economic renewal, public control of key sectors, and improving social care.

Andy Burnham will become the UK Labour Party leader after securing 379 of 403 House of Commons nominations, replacing departing Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham, a former Greater Manchester mayor, has outlined priorities including economic renewal, public sector control, and improved social care, but faces challenges like a sluggish economy and strained public services.

Andy Burnham will officially become leader of the UK's Labour Party, clearing his final step to becoming prime minister. He secured nominations from 379 of 403 Labour lawmakers and will replace outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who resigned after two years in office.

Andy Burnham will become UK Labour leader on Friday, securing 379 out of 403 House of Commons nominations. He is set to replace departing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and take office as prime minister next week after a leadership contest with no other contenders.

The public will be asked who should pay for social care as part of a major review. Baroness Louise Casey, leading the review, described the current system as 'impossible'.

A paper by JP Spencer of the Burnham-aligned thinktank ThinkLabour recommends granting mayors in England expanded authority over public services such as social care, childcare, and skills. The proposal outlines how mayors could assume control over service provision as part of devolution plans linked to Andy Burnham's potential future role as prime minister.

The article discusses a proposed annual land levy and 'death tax' to fund social care and public control of the water industry under Andy Burnham's potential prime ministership.

Wes Streeting stated his proposal to ban private equity firms from the social care sector was removed from the Labour manifesto, criticizing the government for 'overcautiousness' in reforming the industry. He highlighted the need for leadership in addressing social care as a major challenge.

Women will be 'massively underrepresented' in the UK's local and devolved elections, with nearly twice as many men as women standing as candidates. Democracy campaigners warn that this gender gap could sideline women's perspectives on key issues like social care and bin collections.