Our areas of policy work
Our approach to policy work
We’ve been campaigning with carers for 50 years, transforming understanding and winning critical developments in carers’ rights.
In these challenging times, our work has never been more important as we seek to protect these rights, while pressing ahead to break new ground.
We are able to speak with authority in our policy and campaigning work because we are grounded in the reality of carers’ experiences, backed up with vital evidence through our research.
The latest from the policy & research library
Report
Building Carer Friendly Communities report
08 June 26
Carers UK and Carers Week supporter charities have published new research exploring carer friendly communities and the action need to bring about greater recognition and support.
Briefing
Building Carer Friendly Communities: a blueprint
08 June 26
Published for Carers Week 2026 read our shared vision for creating communities where unpaid carers are recognised, understood and supported in every aspect of daily life.
Consultation Responses
Carers UK response to Timms Review on Personal Independence Payments
29 May 26
The Government has launched the Timms Review “to ensure that PIP is fair and fit for the future in a changing world”. Read our key points and full response.
Consultation Responses
Carers Scotland Response To The Scottish Government’s consultation on the right to breaks
29 May 26
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