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LGA responds to ADASS Spring Survey

“This annual survey highlights the significant pressures councils are under and spotlights their ongoing hard work seeking to ensure everyone who draws on care and support can live independent lives."

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Statement for cross-government unpaid carer action plan announcement

“It is good that government recognises the significant role of unpaid carers as the backbone of care and the need for a cross-government approach. A future social care system should better recognise unpaid carers as partners in care rather than an invisible resource."

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Response to CQC report on local government adult social care assessment programme

"The conclusion of the two-year baselining period of inspection marks an important moment for councils’ adult social care teams. Councils have invested a significant amount of time, resource and energy into the assessment process." 

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Adult Social Care Fair Pay Agreement announcement – LGA statement

The LGA responds to the Government’s announcement of the Adult Social Care Negotiating Body and first ever Fair Pay Agreement for care workers.

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