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Hackney residents face higher care bills as council lifts cap

Hackney Council ended its £250‑a‑week adult social care cap on 7 September 2026. The change is expected to recover £150,000 annually for the authority, yet a self‑funding disabled resident says his monthly bill could rise from £1,000 to around £3,000. The council argues the move aligns with national rules.