Danylo Dudok

Governors Protest Delayed Transfer of Sh270 Billion Functions to Counties Governors across the country are voicing their frustration over the delayed transfer of devolved functions valued at over Sh270 billion. The county leaders, through the Council of Governors (CoG), have raised concerns about the rationale behind the national government's delay in gazetting these functions, which is crucial for their formal transfer. The Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) had completed the unbundling and validation of these functions over three months ago, marking a significant step towards strengthening devolution. However, despite the conclusion of this critical process, the functions remain under the national government’s control, causing significant discontent among county administrations. The CoG, representing the interests of county governments, has emphasized the importance of timely transfer of these functions. Governors argue that the delay hinders the effective delivery of services to the citizens and undermines the spirit of devolution as enshrined in the Constitution. "We are deeply concerned about the prolonged delay in the gazettement of these functions," said Governor Anne Waiguru, Chairperson of the CoG. "The counties are ready to take up these responsibilities and have the necessary frameworks in place. The national government’s delay is not only unjustifiable but also detrimental to the progress and development of our counties." The functions in question include critical sectors such as health, agriculture, and infrastructure, all of which are pivotal for local development and service delivery. Governors argue that the delay in transferring these functions has stalled projects and services that are essential for the well-being of their constituents. The tussle between the national and county governments over the control of resources and functions is not new. However, the current impasse over Sh270 billion worth of functions has escalated tensions, with county leaders calling for urgent intervention to resolve the matter. The CoG has called for a meeting with President William Ruto to address the issue and expedite the transfer process. "We need a clear timeline and commitment from the national government. The people we serve cannot afford further delays," added Governor Waiguru. The national government, on its part, has cited bureaucratic and administrative hurdles as reasons for the delay. However, the county leaders remain unconvinced, arguing that such explanations are insufficient given the advanced stage of the unbundling process. As the stalemate continues, the call for swift action grows louder. Citizens and county officials alike are eager to see these functions devolved, ensuring that local governments have the authority and resources needed to effectively serve their communities. The resolution of this issue is seen as a litmus test for the country's commitment to the principle

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Torrent Of Bad News Sparks Warning As Government Urged To Tackle Growing Care Crisis A torrent of bad news on social care today (September 27) sends a bleak weather warning to the Government on the urgent need for reform, campaigners say. Age UK has reported that the number of people living without the social care they need has jumped to 2m – up from 1.6m last year. And there are reports from up and down the country of care provision being withdrawn due to financial cutbacks. Today the social care provider organisation, The Independent Care Group (ICG) warned that the Government could not go on ignoring the crisis. ICG Chair Mike Padgham said: “Once again we have the bleakest of news on adult social care – a staggering 2m people who cannot get even the basic help they need to live a decent quality of life, a quality of life the rest of us take for granted. “That is our mothers and fathers, brothers and sister, aunts and uncles and friends who are being denied the most basic of support – from help getting out of bed, getting washed to making a meal to higher levels of care. It is a scandal that shames us as a country.” He said the Government “had made positive noises” about reforming social care but change wasn’t coming quickly enough. “It clearly isn’t their priority,” Mr Padgham added. “One of the Government’s first decisions was to axe the proposed cap on care costs, which didn’t bode well. “And for all the health secretary and the Prime Minister’s rhetoric on improving pay for care workers and reforming social care, we are yet to see any meaningful moves.” The ICG’s warning comes alongside news of threats to care provision across the country. East Sussex County Council is looking at shutting down day services and other cuts because of a lack of funding. And in York, nine day clubs for older people are to close after the local council withdrew support – again due to funding shortages. Mr Padgham added: “As a matter of urgency we must get greater financial support to social care commissioners, like local authorities, who are currently having to cut back on care because they simply don’t have the money to provide or commission it any more.” Earlier this month, a report commissioned by the new Government, by Lord Darzi, cited problems in social care as a contributing factor to the ongoing crisis in NHS healthcare. Mr Padgham added: “This deluge of bad news continues and it comes on top of years and years of reports and warnings that adult social care was on the brink of collapse, failing to support the people it is there to support and unable to play its part, alongside NHS healthcare, in the care of our communities. “The new Government has promised reform and we continue to give the administration the benefit of the doubt that it will deliver. Those of us in the sector have a great deal of knowledge on what needs to be done and are willing and able to offer that support to the Government and to work with them on solutions to the…

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Case Managers - how do you keep up to date with new developments and changes within your sector? What evidence do you have to show your CQC inspector?

Case Managers - how do you keep up to date with new developments and changes within your sector? What evidence do you have to show your CQC inspector?

Case Managers - how do you keep up to date with new developments and changes within your sector? What evidence do you have to show your CQC inspector?

Case Managers - how do you keep up to date with new developments and changes within your sector? What evidence do you have to show your CQC inspector?