Carers UK wants a society that recognises, values and supports carers.
Our mission
We’re here to make life better for carers:
- We give expert advice, information and support.
- We connect carers so no one has to care alone.
- We campaign together for lasting change.
- We innovate to find new ways to reach and support carers.
Our values
Carers are at the heart of everything we do. We are:
Attentive
- we welcome everyone and are always supportive and ready to help
- we listen carefully and respond with expertise and understanding
Ambitious
- we’re courageous and innovative, aiming high and seeking out new ideas and opportunities that take us forward
- we are always learning and improving, pushing boundaries to increase our impact
Achievers
- we are passionate about what we do and tenacious in our pursuit of change
- we adapt to new challenges and are always striving for excellence
- we love to collaborate and enjoy working with others to reach our goals.
Latest updates
Press Release
Open letter to the Economy Minister on paid carer's leave in Northern Ireland
29 April 24
Open letter from trade union leaders, economists and community sector groups on paid carer's leave in Northern Ireland.
Press Release
Carer’s leave law could save Stormont millions in benefit payments, research suggests
29 April 24
New research reveals significant economic benefits of introducing paid carer's leave in NI.
Press Release
Carers UK responds to Work and Pensions Committee discussion on Carer's Allowance
24 April 24
Press Release
Carers Wales mark the implementation of the Carer’s Leave Act with new findings on carers in employment / Mae Gofalwyr Cymru yn nodi gweithredu'r Ddeddf Absenoldeb Gofalwyr gyda chanfyddiadau newydd ar ofalwyr mewn cyflogaeth.
23 April 24
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