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Written question asked by Barry Sheerman (Labour) on Thursday, 15 June 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 June 2023. It was answered by Helen Whately (Conservative) on Monday, 3 July 2023 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Carers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has had recent discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of publishing a plan to help support unpaid carers.

Answer

The Care Act 2014 requires local authorities to deliver a wide range of sustainable high-quality care and support services, including support for unpaid carers and local authorities are required to undertake a Carer’s Assessment for any unpaid carer who appears to have a need for support and to meet their eligible needs on request from the carer.

The enormous contribution made by unpaid carers is reflected throughout Next steps to put People at the Heart of Care published April 2023.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
189751
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Carers
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk