If you’re managing work alongside your caring responsibilities, finding a good balance isn’t always easy and can become quite a juggling act. But taking time off from work when you need to prioritise someone’s caring needs shouldn’t be a source of stress or worry. We explain your rights as an employee.
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Scotland’s National Carer Organisations launch election manifesto
07 November 25
Carers Scotland and the National Carer Organisations have launched a Carers Manifesto ahead on the 2026 Scottish Election.
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Full Time Caring: A Journey in Mastering Mindfulness - Part 3
07 November 25
To mark Carers UK's 60th Anniversary in Scotland, we are using our platform to share the stories of carers across the nation.
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Carers UK marks 60 years of the carers’ movement and women’s leadership at Mary Webster Lecture
05 November 25
Carers UK marked a significant milestone in its 60th anniversary year with the final event in its national Mary Webster Lecture series, a powerful celebration of six decades of progress in recognising and supporting unpaid carers across the UK.
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Carers UK response: Publication of Sir Charlie Mayfield’s Keep Britain Working Review
05 November 25
The report highlights the Department for Work and Pensions recent estimate that the cost to the economy of unpaid carers being out of paid work is a staggering £37 billion a year
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