Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Wheeler (Labour). It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 June 2021.

Carers: Support

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government what steps they are taking to ensure that carers get the support and breaks they need.

Answer: My Lords, the love, commitment and sheer hard work of Britain’s unpaid carers have saved lives and made a huge difference to the country’s most vulnerable. The nation is hugely grateful. I completely recognise the impact the pandemic has had on access to support and breaks. Local authorities have an important responsibility to assess carers’ needs, and I pay tribute to the efforts of local authorities as we work together to reopen day and respite services.

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