Frances Patterson QC Published: 12 July 2012 This paper proves an overview of the government’s promise to reform the adult social care law , following the Law Commission’s published proposals for reform of legislation governing care and support for older and disabled people , those with mental health problems and carers. It also analyses the government’s response to the Law Commission’s recommendations and consideration of the future reform of the law. PLP_2012_Patterson_QC_The_Draft_Care_and_Support_Bill