For Celia, Christmas isn’t about sparkle, it’s about survival.
For those who provide round the clock care to loved ones, the festive season requires military level organisation around medication schedules, hospital
appointments and the unpredictable demands of caring.
10th December 2025
Mae Ffion Haf Scott, gofalwr ifanc brwdfrydig o Wrecsam, yn defnyddio ei llais nawr fel Aelod o Senedd Ieuenctid Cymru newydd i ysgogi newid a chynnig cymorth i ofalwyr ledled Cymru.
10th December 2025
Ffion Haf Scott, a passionate young carer from Wrexham, is now using her voice as a new Welsh Youth Parliament Member to drive change and support for carers across Wales.
9th December 2025
This year’s Carers Trust Christmas Carol concert had it all – from rousing renditions of festive favourites to moving musical performances and heartfelt readings from young carers and celebrity guests.
Carers Trust Scotland, in partnership with The Education Academy Scotland and supported by The Rangers Charity Foundation, has launched the Young Carers Scholarship, the first fully funded programme of its kind in Scotland.
This pioneering scholarship is designed to help young carers thrive in their National 5 and Higher courses, while supporting their wellbeing and creating opportunities for connection, inspiration and future careers.
Young people who care for loved ones are missing fewer school days and feeling better supported in the classroom thanks to a pioneering national programme now rolled out across the country.
4th December 2025
Three carers tell us about the extra challenges they can face at this time of year.
It’s that time of year when schools are gearing up for the festive season and the end-of-term rush. But not every pupil is swept up in the excitement. For many young carers, the focus will be on spending long hours looking after someone at home who needs them.
2nd December 2025
MPs and parliamentarians attended a reception today at the Houses of Parliament, hosted by Carers Trust. Carers and staff from eight local carer services across England shared their experiences of the challenges they face and the importance of local support.
Stark findings of new research find fuel poverty rates among certain groups of carers are much higher than the national average.
1st December 2025
The Prime Minister spoke about a "moral mission" to support young people who are not in employment, education, or training. Policy and Policy and Public Affairs Manager Ramzi Suleiman responds.
27th November 2025
Pioneering work to strengthen support for carers and families in Surrey has been recognised with a national award.
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