A compulsory levy would be introduced to help pay for social care for adults in England, under plans to be unveiled by ministers in a white paper later. They will call for a new commission to look at when and how the fee should be applied, and how much it should be. It is widely agreed the...

A compulsory levy would be introduced to help pay for social care for adults in England, under plans to be unveiled by ministers in a white paper later. They will call for a new commission to look at when and how the fee should be applied, and how much it should be. It is widely agreed the...

The Conservatives are refusing to take part in a conference about the future of social care in England, as they say the summit is a "political ploy". Labour and the Lib Dems will join care providers and charities in talks over options for a national care service. Many are likely to...