Ed Balls Crisis in Care.

I didnt watch it, every year the government have been saying theres money for the care system but it never reaches it as its so far down the list and gets side-lined. These issues still havent been addressed;
Underfunding – since 2010 the state has cut its spending on adult social care by £86 million despite a rapidly increasing demand because of our ageing population
Postcode lottery – despite the 2014 Care Act introducing a national system of eligibility, local variation is still leaving many older people without any support
Unmet need –1.6 million people aged 65+ don't receive the care and support they need with essential living activities
Declining access – cuts in local authority care services have placed increasing pressure on unpaid carers.

Calistermon I look forward to seeing your comments. There have been frequent articles about the crisis in care,not to mention the large amount of deaths due to Covid. It just feels as though people glance up momentarily comment how dreadful it is and then carry on with their lives. Society feels very callous!

I often think Ed Balls and Yvette Cooper should run the country!

We have recorded it too. Let’s hope it opens some eyes. I like Ed Balls, good humoured and not afraid to get stuck in.

It was compelling & terrifying viewing. I hope it starts a massive conversation about pay for professional carers in line with NHS pay bands, career progression & training & government intervention to shake up the entire care system.
Makes me so afraid of getting older.

We've recorded it so will be better able to comment later.

Yes, I am very concerned about this.