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Social care: Four ways to reform the system
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is seeking to reform England's social care system, which is currently underfunded and relies heavily on means-tested support. The BBC examines four potential reform models, including cost-capping proposals previously suggested by economist Andrew Dilnot.
By Ben Chu Policy and analysis correspondent, BBC Verify Published 27 July 2026 Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not want to leave office without bringing in "substantial change" to the social care system in England which provides support for older people and working-age adults with disabilities.
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