Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Malcolm Wicks (Labour), on Monday, 29 April 1996, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 199 members in total.
NATIONAL CARERS WEEK
That this House congratulates the Carers National association for organising National Carers Week from Monday 29th April to Sunday 5th May; recognises the enormous contribution that 6.8 million carers make to the provision of community care throughout the United Kingdom; notes the implementation of the Carers Recognition and Services Act 1995 on 1st April entitling eligible carers to request an assessment from their social services authority; and calls on all health and social care professionals to ensure that carers are made aware of their rights under this Act and that carers, who are providing a considerable amount of care, are offered practical help and support.
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- Early day motion
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- 805
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- 1995-96
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- Carers Carers National Association
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