Wales' social care reforms stalled over funding concerns

Reforms to social care in Wales are stalled due to funding issues, according to Professor Gerry Holtham. He suggests raising income tax by 1-3% to finance a national care service, but politicians are hesitant to discuss tax increases. The Welsh government is working on a national care service but has not yet found a funding solution. Current costs are covered by residents or local authorities, and there are calls for equal care charges across councils to eliminate disparities. Similar challenges exist in Scotland and England regarding national care services. The Welsh government has initiated a 10-year plan for a national care service, emphasizing the need for a sustainable funding solution.