Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 67257
Social Services: Finance
Tabled: 11 July 2025
Answered: 23 July 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to introduce a more generous means test for social care funding in line with the framework set out in the Care Act 2014.
Answer
Stephen KinnockThe Government inherited a commitment to implement charging reforms, including a cap on care costs and an extended means test, in October 2025. Regrettably, funding for these reforms had not been guaranteed, preparations for full rollout were not on track...
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