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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. 

Latest updates

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Open letter to the Economy Minister on paid carer's leave in Northern Ireland
29 April 24

Open letter from trade union leaders, economists and community sector groups on paid carer's leave in Northern Ireland.

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Carer’s leave law could save Stormont millions in benefit payments, research suggests
29 April 24

New research reveals significant economic benefits of introducing paid carer's leave in NI.

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Carers UK responds to Work and Pensions Committee discussion on Carer's Allowance
24 April 24
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Carers Wales mark the implementation of the Carer’s Leave Act with new findings on carers in employment / Mae Gofalwyr Cymru yn nodi gweithredu'r Ddeddf Absenoldeb Gofalwyr gyda chanfyddiadau newydd ar ofalwyr mewn cyflogaeth.
23 April 24

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