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We won’t solve the social care crisis unless we start valuing caring professions

We are in the grip of a social care crisis – the impacts are felt by all of us. Nothing will change until carers feel valued and respected.

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Apr 08, 2025
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As Wes Streeting faces questions from MPs today as part of the Health and Social Care Committee, The Lead takes a look at the ongoing care crisis the Health Secretary is facing, and why Labour must prioritise this sector… 

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In the UK, we have found ourselves in the uncomfortable and illogical position in which the roles of caring fo…

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