Long Term Care

The Government Commission on the funding of care and support long-term should not consider paying for long term (LTC) care solely through general taxation a think tank has found.

Andrew Lansley, the Health Secretary, has set out terms of reference for the Commission on the Funding of Care and Support.

For COVER's editor, Paul Robertson, it's a case of wondering if protection markets really matter.

The ABI has backed a Government announcement it will set up a commission looking into the funding of long term care.

At the time of writing it has certainly been a season of manifestos.

Only four per cent of over 50s would consider contacting a financial adviser regarding long-term care funding and the majority do not have a clue where to find one, according to Partnership.

As the long term care sector continues to bask in political prominence, Stephen Burke clarifies the main issues for Paul Robertson

Long term care experts have warned the political motivation to overhaul the sector may wane after next week's General Election.

The Liberal democrat Election Manifesto, released today, has proposed a merging of state care services with the NHS.

The 2010 Labour Election Manifesto, published today, has revealed plans aimed at preventing homes being sold to pay residential care bills.