We are concerned the Department is worryingly complacent in its view that the spending review will put local services on a sustainable footing. The spending review provided an extra £4.8 billion, £1.6 billion per year for the period 2022– 23 to 2024–25, along with assumed council tax rises (although lower rises than in recent years). These plus assumed growth in business rates will need to provide the “business as usual” funding for adult social care. The Department’s view is that this fundin...

We are concerned the Department is worryingly complacent in its view that the spending review will put local services on a sustainable footing. The spending review provided an extra £4.8 billion, £1.6 billion per year for the period 2022– 23 to 2024–25, along with assumed council tax rises (although lower rises than in recent years). These plus assumed growth in business rates will need to provide the “business as usual” funding for adult social care. The Department’s view is that this funding leaves the sector in a sustainable position, enabling local authorities to improve services and meet the rising demand and cost pressures they are faci Type: conclusion | Number: 5 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: 5.1 The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. Recommendation implemented 5.2 The department recognises the pressures on local services and the importance of a sustainable funding platform. To support services, the 2021 Spending Review settlement p