Thousands of people in Northern Ireland experience ill health, poverty and discrimination at work and in society because they are carers. They have no substantial rights which recognise their position. Even their most basic human rights are jeopardised. Carers Northern Ireland campaigns to end this injustice.
MLAs Support Carers RightsMLAs from across Northern Ireland have given their support for Carers Rights. Read their messages here... |
make WORK workThe Work and Families Act has given new rights to carers for the first time. Find out more about Carers UK's campaign. more... |
Look after yourselfBelfast Carer Laura Collins tells us how she copes with the demands of being a full time carer and why it's vital to take care of yourself. more... |
Page Last Modified: 01/07/2008
The information on this website relates to Carers UK's work in Northern Ireland. If you live in England, Scotland or Wales, please visit the relevant website.