Government's benefit cuts will have devastating effect on unpaid carers and those they look after
The Government's cuts to Personal Independence Payments (PIP) will have a devastating effect, Carers Trust has warned.
13th June 2025
Financial challenges facing Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic Communities
Henry is a British carer from the Black African community. He recently took part in research led by Carers Trust into the financial challenges faced by carers from ethnic minoritised communities, as well as the challenges they face in accessing support services.
“We’re going to the zoo!”: young carers enjoy a break this Carers Week
This Carers Week, young carers from across Scotland are heading to Edinburgh Zoo for a special day out, thanks to Carers Trust Scotland and the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland.
The free event gives young carers the chance to take a break, connect with others and enjoy some fun — recognising the vital role they play and the challenges they face every day.
12th June 2025
This Carers Week, it's time to recognise and support the crucial work done by local carer organisations
Local carer services have existed in some shape or form for over 50 years, but have been a very under-recognised part of the public service landscape. As we mark this year’s Carers Week, this must change.
12th June 2025
Swansea Carers Centre first in Wales to achieve Excellence for Carers
This Carers Week unpaid carers and staff celebrate achieving the first quality mark for local carer organisations in Wales.
12th June 2025
'Caring can be quiet and isolating - you carry a lot in silence'
For Carers Week, carer Dr Taranjit S Badh reflects on how caring for his parents has tested him, deepened his love and been strengthened by his Sikh faith.
12th June 2025
Parliamentary inquiry to investigate why young adult carers locked out of education, employment and training
MPs are launching an inquiry to investigate why so many young adult carers are being locked out of entering higher education, employment and training.
11th June 2025
From burnout to bright futures: The power of support for young carers
Young carers face huge challenges. Discover how the right support is turning burnout into hope, confidence, and brighter futures.
Government has completely abandoned unpaid carers in Comprehensive Spending Review
Carers Trust says unpaid carers will feel completely abandoned by the Government's Comprehensive Spending Review.
10th June 2025
Allegra Lynch on the power of support: Restoring dreams for Camden’s carers
Discover how Allegra Lynch & Camden Carers transform lives with Phoenix Group - unlocking skills, jobs, and hope for unpaid carers in Camden.
Newly updated resource supports mental health carers across Scotland
To mark Carers Week 2025, Change Mental Health and Carers Trust Scotland have relaunched A Menu of Questions for Carers — a free, updated guide to help unpaid carers feel heard, informed and empowered when navigating mental health services.
10th June 2025
Carers Trust scheme helps 10,000 carers save money on energy bills and boost annual income
A Carers Trust scheme has helped more than 10,000 unpaid carers across the UK save thousands from their energy bills and boost their annual income.
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