New: A new report from Carers UK explores carers' experiences of direct payments. Does giving cash to families give them more choice or can it be another chore for carers? more... 13.11.08

New : Carers UK is delighted to announce a new conference to be held in February 2009, focusing on the green paper on the future of long term care. Register your interest today. more... 18.11.08

New: Carers UK has launched a new guide to changing your local services to help you lobby politicians, deal with the media or represent carers on local boards or committees - more... 13.11.08

Carers UK is organising a lobby of MPs to tell them why carers must be a spending priority for government. Whether you can email your MP or come to London in December we need you to take part. more... 31.10.08

Carers UK rejects government proposals that carers claiming Income Support should be moved onto Jobseeker's Allowance. Read our response to government.  more... updated 10.11.08

Carers Rights Day 2008 will be held on Friday 5th December. Ordering free resources packs has now closed however you can still register your event online more... 14.11.08