It shouldn’t have to be a struggle to balance paid work and care. Nearly half of carers in employment say paid Carer’s Leave could help them stay in work. Take part in the Government’s employment rights consultation and help make the case for paid Carer’s Leave. https://bit.pulse.ly/lrroeo5ard

There's an urgent need for complete reform of Carer's Allowance, including making it simpler and easier to understand, while also raising its value to better support unpaid carers’ financial security. Read our full response to the Government's call for evidence: https://bit.pulse.ly/cdicqkqu8w

Rachel cares for her dad and her two young daughters, one with Type 1 Diabetes and one awaiting an Autism assessment. She joined Tamara Sandoul from Carers UK on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss our new report on sandwich carers. Listen now from 2 hours 18 mins:https://bit.pulse.ly/raup0tslz1

Today is the last chance to respond to the Government's call for evidence on Carer's Allowance. Help shape the future of Carer's Allowance, by taking part before the consultation closes tonight at 11.59pm. Share you views: https://bit.pulse.ly/spgtzq9yeh

Our new research shows that high numbers of sandwich carers are feeling the strain of caring for an adult relative, partner or friend, whilst looking after their children. Many are unable to take a break to protect their own health and wellbeing. 🔗 https://carersuk.pulse.ly/yegdf4swnw

Are you a carer balancing work and caring? The Government is consulting on employment rights for unpaid carers, including a statutory right to paid Carer’s Leave. Your experience can help make the case for change. Have your say: https://gov.pulse.ly/pog1btqalo

Anyone can become unwell when the weather is hot. If you care for someone who is older, has a long-term health condition or may find it more difficult to stay cool and hydrated in hot weather, we have some new advice available. Take a look: https://bit.pulse.ly/keqsih3vxi

Don't miss tomorrow's 'From the personal to the collective with Deirdre Kashdan' online session. Deirdre will discuss how art has helped her process the personal impact of caring for her son, who has suffered from schizophrenia for many years. Sign up now: https://zoom.pulse.ly/ijw4asy4ag

The State of Caring 2026 Survey closes this weekend. If you’re an unpaid carer, share your experience before the deadline on Sunday 9 August at 11.59pm. Help make sure carers’ voices are heard. Take part now: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/dexentdb7m

We want to hear from carers with a wide range of experiences. The State of Caring 2026 Survey is your chance to share what life is really like for you and help ensure different experiences are reflected. Help make sure carers’ voices are heard: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/d62encilwi

There’s still time to sign up for next Tuesday's Share and Learn session with Deirdre Kashdan, who will discuss how art has helped her to process the personal impact of caring for her son who has suffered from schizophrenia for many years. Sign up here: https://zoom.pulse.ly/akvbyiuld0

Are you an LGBTQ+ carer? We need to hear your views. The State of Caring 2026 Survey is your chance to share what life is really like for you as a carer and what support would make a difference. Take part and help make sure carers’ voices are heard: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/j7vnfpm7r0

What’s it really like to be a carer in 2026? The State of Caring 2026 survey is your chance to share your experiences of the NHS, financial pressures, support for your own health and wellbeing, and caring from a distance. Complete the survey today: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/pfg3e0zher

We are supporting BT's #DontPutOffTheSwitch campaign. The digital landline switchover in January 2027 could affect services you rely on as a carer. When your provider contacts you about the switch, be sure to take action. Learn more: https://bit.pulse.ly/jtdo2fnegd #BT #ConnectedTogether

It was great to have Carers UK members at the Prime Minister’s speech on social care this morning. As plans for reform move forward, it’s vital that unpaid carers remain at the heart of decisions to build a social care system that works for everyone.

Ahead of today’s announcement on social care by Andy Burnham, unpaid carers Michael and Joanne shared their experiences on BBC Breakfast, highlighting why the social care system must be fixed to better support unpaid carers and the people they care for.

Today marks a hugely significant moment for social care. Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s announcements represent a major opportunity to deliver the lasting reform that unpaid carers have long been calling for. Read our response: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/usl9kenswq

With the new Prime Minister highlighting social care as a priority, now is the time for unpaid carers’ voices to be heard. We need the strongest and most up-to-date evidence about what life is really like for carers right now. Complete the State of Caring Survey https://bit.pulse.ly/w7vuv81hrb

Tell us what life is like for you as a carer in 2026. The State of Caring survey is a chance to share your experiences and make sure the realities of caring are understood. Be part of building the evidence needed to influence change. Take part today: https://bit.pulse.ly/thkp5ncmcm

New Carers UK findings reveal low awareness of NHS Continuing Healthcare and a flawed assessment process: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/p8gsgtiswu We've joined 11 other charities calling on the Health Secretary to fix NHS CHC once and for all. Sign our petition: https://bit.pulse.ly/qoh2d3zng0

Andy Burnham's commitment today to "put the care of people at the heart of everything" is an important signal and it's what we need. We look forward to seeing how his plans will address the cost of living, reform social care and strengthen support for unpaid carers. https://bit.pulse.ly/rrduxusrja

The incoming Prime Minister is right to make social care an early priority. Unpaid carers need better access to social care support. Read our statement: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/1abwxjcaxx

Your views matter. If you're an unpaid carer, take part in the #StateOfCaring survey and help show what life is really like for carers across the UK. Together, we can strengthen the case for better support. 🗓️ Closes 9 August Have your say: https://bit.pulse.ly/v4phkhjwi6

This afternoon, Carers UK joined Stephen Kinnock MP and unpaid carers at the Department of Health and Social Care for the launch of the new cross-government Carers Action Plan. Read our response: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/m8hfsllkzh

Today’s Care Quality Commission (CQC) report lays bare the gap between the support that carers should receive and what they get in practice. Too many carers are missing out on the recognition and support they are entitled to. Read our response to the report: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/3tjrldvjlx

Today the Government published a Cross-Government Carers Action Plan, showing a more joined-up approach to supporting unpaid carers, with commitments spanning health, work, welfare and education. We hope it's the first step towards a National Carers Strategy. https://carersuk.pulse.ly/iqcbgbg17s

Make your voice heard. Share your experiences via the #StateOfCaring survey to help build a clear picture of what it’s like to be an unpaid carer in 2026. Together we can help create change for carers. 👉 https://bit.pulse.ly/wu6oqin2bl

The Timm’s Review recognises the vital link between Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and eligibility for Carer’s Allowance. A welcome step, but we’ll continue to make the case that PIP reforms must not lead to carers missing out on financial support: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/hf2pxid6tj

Carers spend a huge amount of time dealing with NHS admin and coordinating support for the person they care for. That's why the new patient standards are an important step towards creating the NHS experience carers deserve. Find out more: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/l5uq8v574p

Have your say. Take part in the #StateOfCaring survey and build powerful evidence to drive real change for unpaid carers. Join thousands of carers sharing their experiences: 👉 https://bit.pulse.ly/s1cvtgdjyt