UK government struggles with social care reform amid NHS crisis, plans high-level meeting.

The UK government faces a deadlock over social care reform, crucial for addressing the NHS crisis. With 500,000 people waiting for care and local budgets stretched, the Health Secretary Wes Streeting admits improvements are needed. Despite Treasury concerns over costs, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Streeting, and Chancellor Rachel Reeves plan to meet to decide on next steps, possibly including a Royal Commission.

November 16, 2024
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