Written question asked by Lady Hermon (Ulster Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 21 June 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 June 2005. It was answered by Shaun Woodward (Labour) on Monday, 27 June 2005 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Carers' Week

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what steps his Department took to mark Carers' Week 2005.

Answer: In addition to many other events that were held across Northern Ireland in support of Carers' Week 2005, the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety organised a Carers Convention for its own staff. The aim of the Convention was to highlight the contribution made by carers and the information and support available to them in undertaking their important role. The event was staged with the direct participation of some of the key voluntary and community organisations behind Carers' Week 2005.

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