5.7 million face ‘carers penalty’ – women most of all, says TakingCare
Women are expected to bear the brunt of caring responsibilities, particularly for ageing parents.
NI’s unpaid carers ‘left behind’ in new UK employment law, campaigners warn
People providing unpaid care for sick or disabled family members or friends in Northern Ireland have been ‘left behind’ by a new employment law that came into force in the rest of the UK last week, campaigners have warned.
Virgin Media O2 introduces paid carer’s leave, exceeding new legal requirements
This initiative allows staff to take this leave in full or as ten half days, specifically designed to support employees with caring responsibilities.
New carer’s leave law welcomed by Usdaw, calls for it to be paid
UNISON condemns the government's delay in delivering NHS staff's annual pay rise, stressing the urgent need for a timely and fair wage increase to support healthcare workers and ensure quality patient care.
