肯特县议会(现由英国改革领导)正在削减对近19 000人的成人社会护理, Kent County Council, now Reform UK-led, is cutting adult social care for nearly 19,000 people, ending preventative services to save £3.45M, despite 80% public opposition.

现在由英国改革协会领导的肯特县议会正在削减影响近19 000人的成人社会护理服务,在2月前结束债务咨询和咨询等预防方案。 Kent County Council, now led by Reform UK, is cutting adult social care services affecting nearly 19,000 people, ending preventative programs like debt advice and counselling by February. 这项行动旨在每年节省345万英镑,重点是需求较高的个人,经过事先协商后,80%的居民反对类似的削减。 The move, aimed at saving £3.45 million annually by focusing on higher-need individuals, follows a prior consultation where 80% of residents opposed similar cuts. 批评者警告这些改变将增加国民保健制度和理事会的长期成本。 Critics warn the changes will increase long-term NHS and council costs. 泄漏的文件表明,到2026/27年度,可能出现6 000万至1亿英镑的预算短缺,引起反对派对进一步削减的关切。 Leaked documents suggest a potential £60 million to £100 million budget shortfall by 2026/27, prompting opposition concerns over further reductions. 理事会表示预算计划仍在审查之中。 The council says budget plans are still under review.