Minister for Care speech on Social Care at the ADASS Spring Seminar

May 22, 2024

On 25th April, the Minister for Social Care, Helen Whateley addressed attendees at the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) spring seminar.


In her speech, she outlined her vision for care and also focused particularly on:-


  • Workforce Reform
  • Unpaid Carers
  • Tech and Innovation
  • CQC Assurance
  • Winter Challenges


Click here to see a transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered.


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