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TAXPAYERS could be hit with another hike to fund social care, Downing Street hinted yesterday.
A spokesperson for Sir Keir Starmer refused to rule out imposing a fresh levy rise this parliament in a bid to fix the country’s broken care system.
No10 said it will be up to the PM’s newly formed Commission on Social Care, led by Baroness Louise Casey, to determine “what a sustainable funding model” for older Brits could include.
It came as Sir Keir was warned that a three-year government-ordered probe into the sector is “inappropriately” long.
On Wednesday Sir Andrew Dilnot, architect of the “Dilnot reforms”, slammed Labour for waiting until 2028, a year before the next general election, to be shown recommendations by the new Commission.
Mr Dilnot told the Commons Health and Social Care committee: “I’d certainly like to see the Commission report earlier and I’d very much hope that it will.
“I don’t get the impression that Louise Casey is somebody who likes to hang about.
“I can’t think of any reason why it should take three years, I simply can’t.”
Sir Andrew said ideas for reform should come in the first half of this parliament and the PM should consider hiking taxes again to pay for them.
The top economist blasted ministers from current and former governments for having “not had courage to go forward and do something”.
Meanwhile, Kathryn Smith, Chief Executive of the Social Care Institute for Excellence, warned the issue had become a “groundhog day” – with endless probes and commissions achieving nothing.
Sir Andrew said that it is “bleedin’ obvious” that in an “affluent society” care should be properly funded – and the responsibility now lies with the PM to sort out the issue once and for all.
He added: “I think Sir Keir’s views will be absolutely critical in this and if the Prime Minister gets behind this then something, I think, will happen.
“So I am optimistic. I’m always vague about timescales but we will get this done and we must because how can we look ourselves in the mirror and not deal with this?”
Around 2.6 million people in England aged over 50 have been unable to access care, according to Age UK.
In the October Budget last year, Rachel Reeves faced a backlash for scrapping plans by former Tory leader Boris Johnson to place an £86,000 cap on the amount anyone in England would need to spend on their personal care over their lifetime.
The Chancellor insisted the proposals were not “deliverable” – but Sir Andrew slammed the move as a “tragedy”.
GIOVANNI Pernice has sparked rumours he could be making a Strictly comeback after reuniting with his former ballroom co-stars.
The Italian dancer has landed a brand new gig alongside some very familiar faces from the BBC dancing contest.
Confirming his new role on Instagram today, Gio revealed that he and Lauren Oakley would be performing together at live events around the country.
Titled Dancing with the Stars weekends, many Strictly stars perform with one another in order to teach and coach members of the public how to dance.
Gio has been involved in the special events before but this will mark his first UK-based role since the probe into his conduct with previous celeb partner, Amanda Abbington.
Confirming his role online, Giovanni wrote: “I’m absolutely thrilled to share that I’ll be joining the amazing team at @donaheys for some fabulous Dancing with the Stars Weekends this year!
“And to make it even better – I’ll be partnered with the fabulous @laurenmayoakley
“We can’t wait to hit the dance floor with all of you, whether you’re stepping into your first dance class or already a seasoned dancer – come join us for an unforgettable weekend of fun and some serious dancing!
“It’s always such an incredible experience – we get to dance, teach, and perform for you! Let’s bring the passion, the energy, and of course, the fun!”
His new dancing role comes after he admitted he was keen to expand into other areas – including singing and acting.
In an interview with the Sunday Mirror, he explained the potential new career move as he revealed he wants to try out acting and singing – making him a triple threat alongside his dancing skills.
He said: “That’s something I’ve always wanted to do, but obviously English is not my first language, so we have to see.
“I need to go to English school first of all to learn English properly.”
He added: “And I like to sing too, so maybe some singing lesson to improve my singing.”
The new career direction comes after 2024 was a hard year for Giovanni, which saw him dropped from Strictly amid an investigation after Amanda accused Giovanni of bullying her, leading to her early exit from the 2023 series.
Giovanni denied all allegations, with the investigation by the BBC seeing them uphold six of the 17 complaints against him.
Whilst Giovanni was cleared of being physically abusive to the Sherlock actress, he stresses that it made last year ‘a dark year’.
October 2023: Amanda abruptly withdraws from Strictly having already missed one live show. Her departure is announced in a vague BBC statement that ‘wishes her the best’.
Giovanni posts a short message on social media addressing the exit, which read: “Amanda… I am so sad we can’t continue but I am proud of what we achieved and I am sending you so much love.”
Amanda then shares her own farewell statement on Instagram thanking co-stars but failing to mention Gio.
Giovanni’s dad Piero insists there were no signs of a fall out and the pairing could have gone all the way. He praised his son as kind and polite.
November 2023: Giovanni is reportedly gutted by the situation and is considering his Strictly future as questions are raised about his conduct.
January 2024: Amanda’s PTSD diagnosis comes to light and she demands CCTV from rehearsals to prove that Giovanni’s training methods weren’t acceptable.
The BBC issues a statement defending its duty of care to contestants, insisting it takes any claims of wrongdoing very seriously.
The Corporation stands by its man after emergency meeting
March 2024: Giovanni publicly states he has no intention of leaving Strictly in a TV interview with close pal Anton du Beke.
Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore enter the picture. Allegedly the two celebs, who were both previously partnered with Giovanni on Strictly, didn’t feel the BBC took their issues with his methods seriously enough.
The pair have a closed meeting with Amanda where tears are said to be shed.
May 2024: We reveal Giovanni is leaving the programme after having talks with show bosses
He leaves the country with girlfriend Molly Brown on holiday
The BBC launches an internal investigation after three complainants instruct lawyers. A source describes it as a “nightmare situation”.
Початківці квітникарі часто стикаються з проблемами, коли намагаються вирощувати фіалки. Рослини не лише відмовляються цвісти, а й гинуть через 1-2 місяці після початку вирощування. Є кілька причин, чому так відбувається. Подробиці Розмір горщика Фіалки не люблять величезні чи просто великі горщики. Рослини почуваються комфортніше в компактному посуді. Для фіалок квітникарі рекомендують вибирати горщик розміром приблизно […]