Fees paid to providers take ‘marginal step back’ in real terms

William Laing, report author

Eight in ten local authorities in England (85%) stated they increased their average fees paid to external providers ahead of the financial year 2024/25, with rises ranging from 6% to 6.5%. On a weighted average basis, local authorities reported rises when compared to 2023/24 of: homecare (6.5% uplift); care homes without nursing for clients aged…

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