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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
Northern Ireland Local Government manifesto 2023
Carers NI manifesto for Northern Ireland's local council election in May 2023.
Spotlight on Caring and Nutrition
Carers UK has released a new report with the support of Nutricia that will provide new insight on unpaid carers’…
Autism Strategy 2023-28 consultation response
Carers NI's response to the Department of Health's draft Autism Strategy 2023-28 consultation.
Supporting LGBTQ+ carers: A good practice briefing
Carers UK has released a new good practice briefing to encourage organisations how best to support unpaid carers who are…
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