News releases
Charities fear bigger care cuts to come
Wednesday, 30 March 2011 06:09
Research shows families already struggling with cuts as councils plan to axe more services for older and disabled people.
Half a million Black Asian Minority Ethnic carers
Monday, 28 March 2011 11:04
A new report published today by Carers UK shows that there are half a million Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) carers in England who save the state a staggering £7.9 billion a year, with the unpaid care they provide to loved ones. This amount is equivalent to over 40% of…
Hollywood royalty supports Carers Week!
Wednesday, 23 March 2011 16:03
Hollywood actress Dame Judi Dench is one of several celebrities supporting Carers Week 2011. The Oscar-winning British icon is famous for playing 'M' in the James Bond films among many other unforgettable roles on stage and screen. She is also set to make an appearance in the latest Pirates of…
Welfare Reform Bill and Carer's Allowance
Thursday, 17 February 2011 12:17
Carers UK comments on the government's Welfare Reform Bill, which confirms that Carer's Allowance will remain outside of the Universal Credit.
Carer's Allowance and Universal Credit
Friday, 11 February 2011 13:58
Carers UK sets out its position on Carer's Allowance and Universal Credit.
Have your say on DLA
Monday, 07 February 2011 09:30
Find out how to have your say as the Government's consultation on replacing Disability Living Allowance reaches its final week.
Statement on the Vincent family
Thursday, 20 January 2011 09:22
The case of Riven Vincent and her family today highlights the dangers for families, society and the economy of failing to invest in care which supports families caring for disabled relatives.
Disability Living Allowance to be replaced
Tuesday, 11 January 2011 15:08
Carers UK has expressed concerns about the Government's plans to replace Disability Living Allowance, the main disability benefit.
Success in campaign to make carers NHS priority
Tuesday, 11 January 2011 15:06
Carers UK responds to the launch of the Government's new 'Outcomes Framework' for the NHS.
New research shows tough times ahead for carers
Wednesday, 15 December 2010 15:05
NHS research points to increasing pressure on families who care for ill or disabled loved-ones.