Government has a key role to play. That’s why this year we are calling on the UK Government to address the inequalities that carers of all ages currently face by:
- Committing to undertaking coordinated cross-Government action in support of unpaid carers, leading to the delivery of a new National Carers Strategy.
- Improving identification and recognition of carers in all aspects of their lives.
- Addressing the significant financial hardship that too many carers currently face.
- Better supporting carers to juggle paid work with their unpaid caring responsibilities.
- Supporting young and young adult carers by signing and proactively supporting the Young Carers Covenant.
Please write to your MP and ask for their support for Carers Week 2025.