Campaigners criticize Labour’s proposed social care reforms as a lengthy ‘cop-out’, with delays expected until 2028. Concurrently, reports highlight the NHS prioritizing asylum seekers over the general public, raising concerns from health specialists. Additionally, rising darts star Luke Littler could…
The government has unveiled a new plan aimed at enhancing social care services across the nation. This initiative seeks to address the growing challenges faced by the sector, including funding shortages and workforce pressures, while aiming to improve the quality…
The government has unveiled another initiative aimed at enhancing social care services across the country. This plan addresses key issues in the sector, emphasizing the need for better funding, training, and support for caregivers. Stakeholders are optimistic, yet some express…
Mencap, a leading charity supporting individuals with learning disabilities, warns it may have to close at least 60 services due to a rise in National Insurance contributions and the national minimum wage. The charity estimates that the combined financial impact…
Mencap, a charity supporting individuals with learning disabilities, warns it may have to cease operation of at least 60 services due to increased National Insurance contributions and rising minimum wage costs from the recent Budget. The charity anticipates an annual…
The Welsh government is set to reveal its £25 billion budget, impacting health services, social care, and the economy through 2026. Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford will announce details, including an additional £1 billion in funding from Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Major…
The UK Treasury, under Chancellor Rachel Reeves, has directed ministers to stop non-priority spending as part of its upcoming spending review through 2029. Reeves aims for efficiency savings of 5% across department budgets, which will be independently reviewed by expert…
Mark Drakeford, Wales’ finance secretary, is set to unveil a £25bn budget that will address critical areas such as the NHS, social care, and cost of living implications. With Labour lacking a majority in the Senedd, bipartisan support will be…
The UK Treasury has instructed ministers to halt spending that does not align with government priorities, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to an iron-fisted approach against waste. As part of a comprehensive spending review, she is aiming for 5% efficiency…
The UK Treasury is advising ministers to stop spending that does not align with governmental priorities, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves seeks to curb waste. A comprehensive spending review until 2029 will demand departments identify efficiency savings of 5%. Meanwhile, politicians…
Wales’ Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford is set to unveil a £25bn budget, influenced significantly by an additional £1bn funding from Westminster. The budget, affecting the economy and taxes, comes as First Minister Eluned Morgan acknowledges a ‘crisis’ in NHS waiting…
The Municipality of Ioannina has announced new initiatives aimed at enhancing social care through a collaboration with the Epirus Social Care Center. In a meeting between Deputy Mayor Sofia Markoula and the Center’s President Maria Tsolaki, they discussed actions to…
