Saturday, June 15, 2013

Govt gives in over young carers rights

Young carers to be given a legal entitlement to assessment and support from local authorities

During the debate on the Children and Families Bill last Tuesday the Government agreed to extend legal entitlement to assessment and support for young carers. The change may affect an estimated 700,000 young carers.

For more information see www.cypnow.co.uk/cyp/news/1077482/government-bows-pressure-carers-rights