UK
Briefing
Autumn Statement 2013 – what it means for carers
Each year the Chancellor makes an Autumn Statement in Parliament to provide an update on the Government’s plans for the economy and the most recent economic forecasts.
In this Autumn Statement, the Chancellor announced improved forecasts for economic growth and employment rates. He argued that despite an improving economic outlook, the Government had to stick to plans to cut public spending.
This briefing is a short summary of the major ways in which the 2013 Autumn Statement will affect carers and their families.