Care crisis
Adult social care in England is facing yet another crisis - a desperate shortage of funding that is overwhelming local government providers.
The County Council Network, representing 36 councils, mainly Conservative, today warn that they may have to cut services, leaving hospitals unable to discharge elderly patients.
With costs soaring, fewer beds and staff leaving for better paid jobs and a £3.7 billion shortfall over the next 18 months.
Many councils including Devon, were on the brink of collapse, having to hand back contracts because they cannot cope.
Therewas a shortage of 16,000 staff.
The service was facing ‘ a perfect storm’, said the County Council Network.
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