We recommend that securing agreement on the funding structure must be the top priority for the Casey Commission and for any future Government reforms. Without this agreement, reform can only ever be piecemeal and short-term in outlook and, ultimately, will fail. We also recommend that any future funding structure includes a ring-fence for preventative work. (Recommendation, Paragraph 61) 54

We recommend that securing agreement on the funding structure must be the top priority for the Casey Commission and for any future Government reforms. Without this agreement, reform can only ever be piecemeal and short-term in outlook and, ultimately, will fail. We also recommend that any future funding structure includes a ring-fence for preventative work. (Recommendation, Paragraph 61) 54 Type: recommendation | Number: 9 | Response status: accepted Government response: As set out above, the government recognises the significant challenges facing the adult social care system and agrees that reform is essential. We agree with the committee that ‘doing nothing’ is not an option - and this government is committed to building a more sustainable, fair and effective soci