Lib Dems call on Government to ‘step up’ and pay care workers properly

EMBARGO: For immediate release

Today, on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, the Home Secretary has confirmed the Government intends on ending visas for overseas care workers.

Responding the Liberal Democrat Health and Social Care Spokesperson Helen Morgan said:

“Today marks yet another announcement from the Government of tinkering around the edges yet failing to properly tackle the crisis in our social care.

“Labour must step up and take proper action to address recruitment shortages including paying our care workers properly and rolling out a plan for career progression.

“This action must be taken without delay to ensure patients can receive the high quality care they need.” 

ENDS