UK's Burnham pledges to offer social care reform at next election
Burnham says the new system would be free at the point of use and funded by everyone, but he has not set out the financing details.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced plans for an NHS-style social care system in England, promising to present reforms to the public at the next general election. He indicated tax rises are necessary to fund the overhaul.
- Burnham denounced the current system as 'unfair as American healthcare, where the most vulnerable in society can lose everything,' warning it will 'in the end, break the National Health Service.' He blamed the 'cowardice' of past politicians for failing to reform.
- 'We have dementia taxes right now and people can lose everything they've worked for paying those taxes,' Burnham said. He noted people spend tens of thousands from savings, determined to 'grasp the nettle' of reform.
- Burnham will set out the 'broad direction' of his plans at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool on Tuesday. While the Health Foundation estimates costs up to £18.5 billion, Burnham argues the system would generate NHS savings.
- Constrained by Labour Party manifesto promises, Burnham said 'nothing is off the table' for funding, including potential estate levies. He is committed to cross-party talks with Baroness Louise Casey before the next election, expected in 2029.
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The British Prime Minister affirms the courage to make radical reforms, but wants to wait for the under-election. He does not want to annoy his party.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to introduce new levies for a reformed social care system. He believes care for the elderly should be universally free at the point of use. Burnham aims to create a comprehensive plan before the next general election. He has pledged to maintain current tax commitments while ensuring everyone contributes to the system's funding.
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AlKhaleej TodayBurnham proposes universal free social care system for England
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has proposed an NHS-style universal social care system for England, saying everyone would contribute and be covered under reforms to be put to voters at the next election.
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