Northern Ireland urged to lead the way in support for unpaid carers
Carers NI supports the Good Jobs Bill proposal for unpaid carers leave but calls for Northern Ireland to go further by providing paid carers leave.
Two in three unpaid carers in Northern Ireland suffer in mental ill-health ‘endemic’
Two-thirds (66%) of people who have provided unpaid care for sick or disabled family members or friends in Northern Ireland have suffered mental ill-health because of their caring role, according to new research.
Paid carer’s leave could save Northern Ireland millions, suggests Carers NI study
Study by Carers NI advocates for paid carer’s leave, highlighting potential savings and economic benefits for Northern Ireland, urging inclusion in new employment legislation.
