News and campaigns
Over 1 million people experience ill health, poverty and discrimination at work and in society because they are carers. They have no substantial rights which recognise their position. Even their most basic human rights are jeopardised. Carers UK campaigns to end this injustice. As a carer-led organisation our campaigns are based on carers' priorities for change.
Charter to end carer povertyNew : Oxfam are the latest organisation to back our call for government to put an end to carer poverty. You can add your support by signing our Carers Poverty Charter and send a message to government - carers deserve a better deal! more... 29.06.09 |
Terminate the rate!Carers UK have joined BT and mobile phone operator 3 in a major new campaign, calling for a significant cut in the cost of calling mobile phones. more... 20.05.09 |
Discriminated?Have you been discriminated against simply because you're caring for someone with a disability? Add your story to our discrimination dossier and help us compile the evidence we need to bring change. more... |
Parliamentary newsCarers UK lobbying ensures that caring is a prominent issue in the Parliamentary agenda. Read the latest news from Westminster more... |
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