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Unpaid Carers (Respite and Support) Bill

In progress

Currently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.

Originated in CommonsUpdated 6 May 2026

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Long title

A Bill to place a duty on the Secretary of State to ensure that unpaid carers are offered respite breaks; to make provision for and about such respite breaks; to require the Secretary of State to publish guidance relating to respite breaks, including guidance about funding; to make provision about support for unpaid carers, including support following the discharge of a cared-for person from a hospital or other medical setting; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading· Commons

    22 July 2025 – 22 July 2025

  2. 2nd reading· Commons

    17 April 2026 – 17 April 2026

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 4009.