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The government is launching a major overhaul to support unpaid carers in England, recognizing their vital role and tackling the systemic gaps that leave too many struggling. With one in ten people acting as carers, often at great personal cost, the plan focuses on three pillars: early recognition, better access to services, and empowering carers to thrive. A new online hub launching this summer will centralize benefits, health, and employment info, while a new charter will clarify carers’ rights. By 2027, large employers must offer enhanced support, schools will identify young carers faster, and 42 new measures will roll out across sectors. Recent wins include a boosted Carer’s Allowance limit, with future steps targeting paid leave and return-to-work rights. Charities applaud the ambition but stress the need for sustained investment to turn promises into real change.

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