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<p>As people live longer than ever before, sometimes with complex care needs, we need
to ensure the social care system is sustainable in the longer term. The Government
has committed to publishing a Green Paper setting out its proposals for reform and
will bring forward ideas for including an element of risk pooling in the system, which
will help to protect people from the highest costs.</p><p>The Green Paper remains
a priority for the Government and will address a longstanding policy problem. We are
continuing to work on it closely, taking the time to consult with key stakeholders
and take their feedback into consideration. The Green Paper will be published at the
earliest opportunity.</p>
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