Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 82900
Care Homes: Finance
Tabled: 16 October 2025
Answered: 22 October 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of using different means tests for residential and home-based care on people with modest savings and significant care needs.
Answer
Stephen KinnockThe current adult social care system is means tested and provides funded support for those with the least financial means. Individuals can approach their local authority for a financial assessment to determine whether they are eligible. While the Departme...
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