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Joe Fagan: If reform is needed, it should start with backing the workforce, funding councils fairly and stopping public money being…

On the recordAugust 2, 2026
If reform is needed, it should start with backing the workforce, funding councils fairly and stopping public money being drained into excessive profits in social care.
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Joe Fagan
Scottish Labour

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Call for reform in public services and support for the workforce.

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