I congratulate my right hon. Friend the Member for Ashford on securing this debate and thank him for his work as Chair of the all-party parliamentary group on adult social care. Social care is essential, employing around 1.5 million people and contributing £50 billion annually to the economy. The Government recognises the importance of social care, with up to £2.8 billion in additional funding announced in last week's autumn statement for 2023-24 and up to £4.7 billion in 2024-25, specifically for social care and discharge from hospital into social care. The funding will help social care afford extra costs and ensure more people can be discharged from hospital when ready, while also investing in workforce development, better data and technology, and increasing oversight of the social care system. Local authorities are set to receive substantial funding to retain adult social care charging reform over the period until 2025. The Care Quality Commission will lead the introduction of social care assurance at local authority level next year, giving more insight into the provision of social care. Integrated care systems (ICSs) are vital for joining up NHS organisations with social care providers and local authorities to ensure better care for those who need it most. We aim to address workforce problems by promoting adult social care careers through a new domestic national recruitment campaign, involving international recruitment to support near-term pressures on the workforce. Carers Rights Day recognises the importance of carers across the country, with the Health and Care Act 2022 giving them new rights, including involvement in public engagement and discharge planning. Respite services for unpaid carers are also supported by nearly £300 million of funding this year through the better care fund.