Government has provided another £546 million of funding for the Infection Control Fund (ICF) for local authorities in England - Round 2.  This briefing sets out key information about the Infection Control Fund (ICF), and includes the following information: • key elements of the Government guidance • how the ICF can be spent and the terms • how Carers UK think this impacts on services that support carers • what carers’ rights are currently, regarding assessments an

Carers UK has submitted evidence to the Treasury, ahead of the Comprehensive Spending Review. 

Carers UK welcomed the Government’s consultation to introduce 5 days Carer’s Leave for employees in paid employment. Our submission sets out why this would be a vital step in helping both business and families providing care to disabled, older and ill relatives and friends to continue working.

As the impact of the coronavirus pandemic continues and lockdown is easing, Carers UK is calling for a Recovery Plan for Unpaid Carers. This needs action from Government, health services, local government, employers, business, supermarkets and local shops, local communities and the general public. We have set out what we think this should look like based on carers’ experiences and would welcome comment and input to build on it further. The purpose of this Recovery Plan is to ensure that there is a clear vision looking at

This briefing is designed to provide additional insight into carers struggling to access food. Since the start of the coronavirus outbreak, accessing food has been a major issue for many carers. For some, easing of lockdown carries additional worries and concerns. Continued support from volunteers, neighbours, local authorities, supermarkets and local convenience stores will continue to be important for many carers. If, in the future, there are local outbreaks and local lockdowns or a second wave, it is important that we le