37. Neglect: The sixth giant

The idea was missing from the founding of the welfare state, but how do we now build a care system fit for the 21st century? Alex Smith, founder of the Cares Family, and Mary Wimbury, chief executive of Care Forum Wales, join Richard Angell and Alison McGovern to discuss the future of care services.

Further reading:

*Alex Smith essay: What does it take to improve a place?

*TUC’s Matt Dykes says a fundamental rethink is needed on social care

*Passing up the chance to beat the Tories on Brexit makes no sense, writes Mary Wimbury


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