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<p>We remain committed to the implementation of the cap on care costs, which will
offer financial protection and peace of mind. The decision to delay followed careful
consideration of feedback from stakeholders that April 2016 was not the right time
to implement these significant and expensive reforms. The benefits of the cap have
had to be weighed against the need to focus on supporting local authorities in caring
for the most vulnerable.</p><br /><p>Information regarding how many people will be
affected by the delay by constituency is not held in the format requested.</p><br
/><p>Means-tested financial support remains available for those who cannot afford
to pay for care to meet their eligible needs.</p><p><strong></strong></p>
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