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Paid carer’s leave around the world

July 2022 

This briefing provides a snapshot of the different approaches to paid carer’s leave for people juggling work with unpaid caring in different parts of the world. 

The case for paid carer’s leave in Northern Ireland

June 2022 

This briefing explores the barriers to employment for unpaid carers in Northern Ireland and makes the case for a legal right to paid carer’s leave. 

Coalition of Carers Organisations member’s statement on the reopening of day centres, short breaks and respite support

June 2022 

Joint statement from members of the Coalition of Carers Organisations outlining the importance of fully reopening day services and respite support in Northern Ireland. 

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Scotland's National Care Organisations issue statement on the National Care Service
22 November 24
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More than half of carers juggling work and care can’t afford to take unpaid Carer’s Leave
21 November 24
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New figures show the staggering value of unpaid carers in Scotland
21 November 24

he labour that unpaid carers in Scotland provide in their role saves the economy £15.9 billion each year. This figure…

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NI Government told to make carers a priority this Carers Rights Day
21 November 24

Carers NI is urging the NI Executive to make carers a clear priority within the forthcoming Programme for Government.

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