Analysing financial structure, transparency and accountability in the care market in England
This research project investigates how financial structures, particularly ownership models and profit allocation, influence ethical practices within the sector.
Duration: July - September 2024
Funder:
Friends Provident Foundation.
Key people:
Research summary
Background:
Our research is centred on promoting responsible working practices within England’s adult social care sector, which employs around 1.5 million people and is crucial to both our society and economy. As the sector continues to grow, largely driven by private companies, it faces significant financial and ethical challenges that impact the quality of care.
Our goal is to enhance transparency and explore how financial distress may be linked to poor working conditions, including issues like modern slavery. We are also looking to assess how financial institutions can actively contribute to improving labour rights and overall standards in the sector.
The outcomes of this research include a dashboard analysing 59 major care providers, along with a policy brief which will have practical recommendations for financial institutions.
Research findings
The outcomes of this research include a dashboard analysing 59 major care providers, along with a policy brief which will have practical recommendations for financial institutions.
Contact
For more infirmation about this research project please contact Caroline Emberson.
