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Stars join Carers Trust for a special celebration of Christmas music and readings

Carers Trust was thrilled to be joined for its annual Christmas carol concert this evening by acclaimed actor Greg Wise, and much-loved broadcasters Gyles Brandreth and Angela Rippon.

Working for Carers project shortlisted for prestigious employment awards

Carers Trust’s Working for Carers project was thrilled to be shortlisted and highly commended in the ‘Community Partnership of the Year’ category at this year’s annual ERSA Awards.

Carers Trust and The Children’s Society release new resources to help schools identify and support young carers

Carers Trust and The Children’s Society have released an updated guide to help teachers and school staff identify and support young carers as easily as possible.

“We are on a mission to stamp out…inequality”

In Black History Month our CEO Kirsty McHugh reflects on work to make Carers Trust and its network of local carer organisations more diverse and inclusive.

What does Black History Month mean to Rochelle Raheem?

In Black History Month, Rochelle Raheem, an unpaid carer from Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, reflects on and recognises the sacrifices and contributions black people have made to the world and culture in the UK.

Carers Trust London Marathon runner saves the day for fellow runner 

A veteran Carers Trust fundraiser has been publicly thanked by a lady (Millie) who Stephen Cleary pulled to her feet when she was absolutely exhausted, supporting her to continue to the end of the race.

Former young carer leads fundraising team for Cardiff Half Marathon

Jo Galazka, who became a carer at the age of 8, is an Advisory Board member for Carers Trust Wales. She will be leading the charge to raise vital funds for the charity by taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon this Sunday 3 October.

Cyn-ofalydd ifanc yn arwain tîm codi arian ar gyfer Hanner Marathon Caerdydd

Mae Jo Galazka, a ddaeth yn ofalydd ifanc yn 8 oed, yn aelod o Fwrdd Ymgynghorol Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr Cymru.  Fe fydd hi’n arwain y tȋm i godi arian hanfodol i'r elusen gan redeg Hanner marathon Caerdydd ar ddydd Sul 3 Hydref.

Carers Trust's response to Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Fiscal Statement

“Millions of unpaid carers are being plunged into poverty, or facing extreme financial pressure, because of the extra costs of their caring role. Despite the critical role unpaid carers play in propping up a creaking health and social care system by caring for family members and friends, yet again they have been let down by the UK Government."

Career prospects flourish for young carer after career workshop with leading online florist

Young carer from Tower Hamlets in London to see her own designed bouquet in Bloom & Wild’s autumn collection.

My internship with the Communications Team

Thanks to support from players of the People’s Postcode Lottery, Carers Trust is able to run an Internship Programme for young adult carers. The programme aims to offer young adult carers with meaningful work and experience that gets them on the career ladder and helps them develop the skills they can take forward into their working lives. Osei was working with the Communications Team.

The Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Over the seventy years of her reign, The Queen has provided a constant example of selfless devotion to duty and public service. Without doubt, her unwavering style of calm leadership has been a reassuring presence in the lives of so many of us, particularly in times of national crises.