It is highly disappointing that the Government has chosen not to address the pressing financial challenges in adult social care through the Local Government Finance Settlement, says Hft’s CEO Steve Veevers.
Read MoreThe Government’s much-needed additional funding for adult social care is to be welcomed but it is imperative that it reaches adult social care providers directly, says Hft.
Read MoreHft has responded to a speech by Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, on his party’s vision for the voluntary sector, saying charities must be remunerated for the vital services they deliver.
Read MoreUnsustainable financial and workforce pressures are forcing adult social care providers to turn down new admissions and close services, as government grants are not reaching the people who need them most. This is according to the 2023 Sector Pulse Check.
Read MoreHft has responded to the Government’s plans to develop the domestic care workforce in the UK, saying it is one step in the right direction but further action must follow.
Read MoreHft’s CEO, Steve Veveers, has responded to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s New Year’s speech in which social care was notably absent.
Read MoreAfter leaving the disability community for over a week without a dedicated Minister of State, it’s shocking that the Government has chosen to downgrade this role.
Read MoreYesterday’s announcement from the Government on changes to immigration measures will only serve to exacerbate the recruitment and retention challenges across the health and social care sector.
Read MoreHft responds to the latest report from the LeDeR programme.
Read MoreHft has responded to today’s “disappointing” Autumn Statement, calling on the Government to implement a long term plan for social care.
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