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[Lordo]

So Burnham has been elected by MPs to become party leader without the members voting. This is how Stalin used to get elected and this is how China and North Korea elect their leaders. Shame on Burnham who did not insist that a left winger must be allowed to stand for the members to vote. Far from recovering, he will indeed put the final nails in the party's coffin.
The first thing he needs to do is cut off ties with Israel, instead he will continue to supply Israel information and arms. And he calls himself true labour. Like fcuk.

Interesting that even back in 2015 there was not enough left wing MPs to achieve 10% of a vote for a left winger but the leadership was embarrassed about that as it was them who put up the barriers and then went about making sure no new left wing candidate is allowed to stand for parliament. So they helped Corbyn stand even though they did not support him, so they cannot be accused of being unfair, and of course he swept the floor with them. Then, they went about blocking anybody remotely left wing from standing but Starmer went one step further. He used a rule that if a MP is accused of anti-Semitism, they cannot stand for parliament till they are cleared. Naturally the accusation came in fast just before the declaration of candidates which allowed them to block existing MPs from standing, some of which were Jewish but apparently not Jewish enough. They dared criticise Israel.

So Labour party is truly fcuked and so is the working class working or not.

[Lordo]

Its time for real action.

Our new Fuhrer has decreed that there will be nobody sleeping on the streets. Considering he said the same thing when he got elected Mayor of Manchester and after 10 years there are still people living on the streets, I would not hold my breath for that one.

The second decree is that every pensioner under the age of 77 will recieve 303 pounds as a boost. So, what is wrong with all those above that age and why are they being deprived but beyond that it is 83 pence per day. Now that will really sort everybody out.

But the third decree really does hurt. This was declared as action to give people immediate relief for the cost of living, and they have decided to implement it in October. You cannot make it up. He has decided to not charge 5% VAT to domestic electricity. Now this is comes up as 45% on an average electric bill which is 12 pence per day. Never mind the scam of how they use gas prices to calculate how much to charge for electricity. What is worse is that, they actually pay generators of electricity the same. So those who supply the grid with renewables are making about 5000% profit.

I do fear for the future of the Labour Party. First Blair and Brown, than Starmer and now Burnham will really be the last nail in the cofin of the party.

[Lordo]

Today's topic of conversation is Social Care and what to do abut it. So I though I would gather a few facts and figures.

First of all the issue of bed blocking.
It costs 2,000 pounds per week to stay in a residential home. Local Authority Care Homes charge 1500 per week
It also cost 5150 pounds a week to stay in hospital.

In reality if every person who can move to a care home was removed from hospital it would save the NHS 3150 pounds a week if they were put into a private care home and 3650 if they were placed in a Local Authority care home.
The next question is how can we fund such a system. The fairest way is the way NHS is run. It must be free at the point of use. So how can we fund it.

Here are some areas nobody ever likes to look at.
A person earning between £12,570 and £50,270 a year pays 8% in National Insurance
A person earning above £50,270 a year pays 2% of National Insurance on all the money above 50,270.

How on earth do the poorest pay the highest rate of National Insurance rate and the very rich pay less on average. A person earning a million pay 2.2% while a person unable to put food on the table pays 8%
But how about who actually does not pay National Insurance at all?
Landlords and people being paid dividends pay no National Insurance at all

[Lordo]

This is as bad as the NHS situation.

A person paying 1500 pounds per month wants to buy a property which will cost less than the rent and the bank refuses to lend them the money on account that they can't afford it.

We really have taken a turn for the worst.

[Lordo]

Here is how Denmark deals with Social Care.

Denmark’s social care system is a universal, publicly funded model providing free access to health, long-term care, and social services based on need rather than income or employment status.
Overview of the Danish Welfare Model
Denmark operates under a universal welfare model, where all citizens have equal rights to social security, education, and healthcare, regardless of income, wealth, or employment status The system is publicly funded through taxation and emphasizes social equality, prevention, and community-based support . Unlike residual or selective welfare models, Denmark ensures that welfare services are a right for all citizens, not just the poor or those connected to the labor market.

Structure and Responsibilities
The Danish social care system is decentralized, with responsibilities shared between regional and municipal authorities. Municipalities primarily manage social services, including home care, personal care, and support for older adults and people with disabilities, while regions oversee healthcare services. Municipalities can also take over certain social services from regions if needed.

Long-Term Care
Denmark’s long-term care system is largely public and community-based, focusing on home care for the majority of older adults. Residential care homes are reserved for individuals with severe care needs. Services such as home cleaning, personal care, and nursing are provided free of charge, though citizens may purchase additional private services if desired . Eligibility is based solely on need, not financial status or family support.

Services for Vulnerable Groups
The system provides comprehensive support for:

Older adults and people with disabilities, ensuring adequate care and assistance.
Families and children, including attention, challenges, and special support when necessary .
Patients in hospitals, with timely treatment and care coordinated by primary physicians .
Funding and Spending
Denmark invests heavily in social care, with long-term care spending at 3.2% of GDP in 2021, one of the highest among OECD countries . Per capita spending for those aged 65 and over is around USD 2,000, reflecting the system’s commitment to high-quality care .

Key Principles
Universality: Services are available to all citizens based on need .
Integration: Strong coordination between health and social care ensures continuity of services.

Prevention and modernization: Investments in infrastructure and workforce training improve service quality and resilience.

Freedom of choice: Citizens can select services that best meet their needs, balancing quality and personal preference.

Challenges and Future Outlook
Demographic changes, such as an aging population, are expected to increase demand for social care services. Policymakers face the challenge of maintaining high-quality services while ensuring fiscal sustainability and offering citizens greater choice .
Denmark’s social care system is widely regarded as a model for equitable, high-quality, and community-focused welfare, combining universal access with strong local administration and integration with healthcare services

[Londonrake]

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