Blogs
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Fair Pay in Social Care
The introduction of Fair Pay Agreements signals a long-overdue recognition of the workforce. But unless this is matched by bold,…
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A “Lost Generation” or a Missed Opportunity?
Today’s news coverage of Alan Milburn’s interim report into young people not in work or education makes for sobering reading. The warning…
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Call on Government to take the pressure off front line care workers by increasing the tax-free mileage allowance
By Euan McPherson – Chief Executive The current rate that workers can re-imbursed for work mileage in their own vehicle…
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A Moment of Reckoning for Social Care
Reflections on Dame Louise Casey’s Review By Euan McPherson, CEO, Services for Independent Living A System Under Strain: Dame Louise…
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Spring Update: Strengthening Adult Social Care Together
As spring brings lighter days and a renewed sense of momentum, this season marks an important moment for our charity…
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Celebrating 30 Years in the Care Sector: A Milestone for SIL
A Landmark Year for Social Care in Herefordshire The year 2026 marks a remarkable milestone for Services for Independent Living…
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Celebrating Trustees’ Week 2025: Honouring the Heart of the Charity Sector
From 3–7 November 2025, the UK celebrates Trustees’ Week—a time to recognise and thank the nearly one million people who…
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Fair Funding Review: Is It Fair for All? – the Impact on Social Care
Central Government is reforming the local government funding system to get councils back on stable footing, improve the lives for…
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World Suicide Prevention Day 2025
World Suicide Prevention Day: Changing the Narrative on Suicide Each year, more than 720,000 lives are lost to suicide—a staggering…
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SIL AGM October 2025
A Celebration of Community, Connection & Care If you’ve ever wondered what an AGM hosted by Services for Independent Living…