Burnham’s Care Reform Without Death Tax | Belfast News

The government is firmly rejecting any “death tax” to fund social care reform, with Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledging no new estate taxes after death — a stance echoing his 2010 proposal that was swiftly rejected. Instead, the focus is on bipartisan consensus to break years of political deadlock. As Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch urges no tax hikes or borrowing, Baroness Louise Casey’s reform commission — whose final report isn’t due until 2028 — may deliver urgent interim changes sooner. With 20 failed attempts since 1997, Casey warns the current system is a patchwork causing real distress, and Burnham may be able to fast-track solutions if he chooses. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5be20657d05a0d6c