Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 33417
Carers
Tabled: 25 February 2025
Answered: 11 March 2025
Question
Dame Caroline Dinenage
Conservative — Gosport
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what proportion of unpaid carers (a) are given practical support and (b) are signposted to information and advice following a Carer’s Assessment.
Answer
Stephen KinnockLocal authorities (LAs) have duties to support people caring for their family and friends. Under the Care Act 2014, they are required to undertake Carer’s Assessments to support people caring for their family and friends who appear to have a need for supp...
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