The report sets out the seven principles which will guide their vision, prevention, personalisation, partnership, plurality, protection, productivity and people
Under these proposals Councils will be required to provide a personal budget for everyone who is eligible by 2013.
The Spending Review provided social care with a stable financial base over the next four years. It provides additional funding of £2bn by 2014/15: £1 billion through the NHS and £1 billion in grant funding to local government.
This settlement gives councils a platform for reform and improvement – including redesign of services. The vision is the first step towards setting out a long-term solution to the funding and delivery of care and support.
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The consultation closes on the 9 February 2011. Email your views to qualityandoutcomes@dh.gsi.gov.uk
For more information visit the Department of Health website.