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Press releases
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A pivotal moment - Carers UK responds to Government consultation on workplace rights for unpaid carers
09 June 26
Response to Government consultation on Carer's Leave
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Nearly half of unpaid carers in Wales feel their role goes unrecognised in their community
08 June 26
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Nearly half of unpaid carers feel their role goes unrecognised in their community
08 June 26
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Nearly half of unpaid carers in Scotland feel their role goes unrecognised in their community
08 June 26
Findings mark the start of Carers Week which takes place from 8-14 June. The theme of this year’s Carers Week, backed by headline sponsor TSB Bank, is ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’.
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Carers Week 2026 at Carers Scotland
24 June 26
The team were hard at work to mark Carers Week in Scotland.
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Unpaid Care in Scotland Reaches £18.3 Billion as Carer Numbers Rise
23 June 26
New figures show 722,000 unpaid carers in Scotland, contributing £18.3bn to the economy as calls grow for better support.
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Creating communities where no carer feels alone
13 June 26
Nick Baird, Chair of Carers UK, reflects on the vital role that supportive communities play in helping unpaid carers feel recognised, connected and supported.
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Carers Week reflections: Living the theme - community, conversations and connection
12 June 26
Zahra Lakhan-Bunbury reflects on a week of inspiring conversations, shared experiences and growing momentum behind the movement to create more carer-friendly workplaces.