Baroness Casey hosts second cross-party discussion

Published 20 May 2026

Today (20 May), Baroness Casey of Blackstock chaired a cross-party roundtable as part of the work of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care. 

The meeting, held at the Cabinet Office, brought together representatives from the Labour, Conservative, Liberal Democrats, Green and Reform UK parties to discuss the work of the Commission. 

The discussions followed a series of visits made by the Commission to constituencies represented by different political parties across England. During these visits, the Commission heard directly from people drawing on care and support, unpaid carers, frontline staff, providers and local authorities about the challenges facing the current system and ideas for change. 

At the roundtable, the Commission shared reflections from its engagement work to date, including evidence sessions, visits and conversations held across the country over the past year. Representatives also shared the Commission’s latest data and analysis and outlined plans for a national conversation with the public.  

Discussions at the roundtable focused on the pressures facing adult social care, the importance of long-term reform, and the need to build consensus both politically and with the public. 

Baroness Casey of Blackstock said: 

“I was pleased to once again bring together representatives from across the political spectrum to discuss the future of adult social care. 

“Throughout the Commission’s work, we have heard consistent messages across the country about the need for a system that better meets the needs of the population as it is today. 

“Adult social care reform requires long-term thinking and lasting commitment. These discussions are an important part of building shared understanding as the Commission continues its work.”  

The Commission has committed to continuing cross-party engagement throughout its  work.