UK: Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s opening statement at the press conference on health and the future of social care.

The video discusses the financial challenges faced by individuals needing long-term care, particularly for conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, which are not fully covered by the NHS. It highlights the potential financial ruin due to high care costs and introduces new policies effective from October 2023 in England, which cap the lifetime care costs at £86,000 and provide full coverage for those with assets under £20,000. The aim is to alleviate the fear of financial ruin and ensure fairer distribution of care costs.

What are the conditions under which the NHS will cover treatment costs?

What financial burden do individuals face if they develop Alzheimer's or Parkinson's?

How much can one expect to pay for care costs in their later years?

What is the maximum amount someone will pay for care over their lifetime starting from October 2023?

What happens to individuals with assets of less than £20,000 regarding care costs?