Andy Burnham has set out a vision for a universal, free social care system in England, modelled on the NHS, according to the BBC, The Guardian and Bloomberg.
Bloomberg reported that Burnham hinted at new taxes to help pay for the reform, though details of any specific proposal were not given.
According to the BBC, the prime minister told the broadcaster that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare," underscoring the scale of change being proposed.
The Mirror and The Telegraph both reported that Burnham said the death of his father has made him more determined to fix the social care system, though neither outlet detailed the circumstances of his father's death.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Guardian reported Burnham's call to 'rip the plaster off' on social care reform, describing a vision for universal free care.
- Bloomberg reported that Burnham hinted at new taxes to fund the social care overhaul.
- The Mirror reported that Burnham said his father's death increased his determination to fix social care.
“‘Rip the plaster off’: Andy Burnham sets out vision for universal free social care” — The Guardian
Center
- The BBC reported Burnham's proposal for an NHS-style social care system for England.
- The BBC quoted the prime minister saying social care in England is 'as unfair as American healthcare.'
“Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England” — BBC News
Right
- The Telegraph reported that Burnham vowed to fix social care following his father's death.
“Burnham vows to fix social care after father’s death” — The Telegraph
Questions readers ask
What has Andy Burnham proposed?
Andy Burnham has set out a vision for a universal, free, NHS-style social care system in England, according to The Guardian, Bloomberg and the BBC.
How would the reform be funded?
According to Bloomberg, Burnham hinted at new taxes to pay for the social care overhaul, though no specific tax plan was detailed in the reporting.
Why does Andy Burnham say he is pursuing this reform?
The Mirror and The Telegraph reported that Burnham said the death of his father made him more determined to fix England's social care system.
What did the prime minister say about the current system?
The BBC reported that the prime minister told them social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare."
Sources · 7 outlet reports
- BloombergLeft-leaningBurnham Hints at New UK Taxes to Pay for Social Care Reform
- The GuardianLeft-leaning‘Rip the plaster off’: Andy Burnham sets out vision for universal free social care
- The MirrorLeft-leaningAndy Burnham says he is more determined to fix social care after death of his father
- BBC NewsCenterBurnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England
- BBC SportCenterAndy Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England
- ReutersCenterUK's Burnham pledges to offer social care reform at next election
- The TelegraphRight-leaningBurnham vows to fix social care after father’s death