Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 67266

Respite Care

Tabled: 11 July 2025
Answered: 21 July 2025

Question

Edward Morello

Liberal Democrat — West Dorset

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to introduce a statutory entitlement to regular respite breaks for unpaid carers.

Answer

Stephen Kinnock
The Care Act 2014 requires local authorities to deliver a wide range of sustainable, high-quality care and support services, including support for carers.The Better Care Fund includes funding that can be used for carer support, including short breaks and ...
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