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The draft regulations have been published and should be implemented on 6 April 2024. Find out more about the next stage towards this groundbreaking legislation.

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Unpaid carers feeling overwhelmed, with over half saying they need more support from councils to take a break

An increasing number of people looking after a disabled, older or ill relative are experiencing poor mental health because they cannot take a …

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2024 Carers Parliament Report

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