Group to push for more support for ‘hidden army’ of young carers

Tim Loughton MP, vice-chair of the all-party parliamentary group for young carers
Tuesday, February 25, 2020

I am delighted that a new APPG for young carers is being constituted in parliament. Our aim is to raise the profile of the too often neglected hidden army of young carers, and lobby government for better recognition and support.

Figures show there could be more than 166,000 young carers in the UK needing support. Picture: Racle Fotodesign/Adobe Stock
Figures show there could be more than 166,000 young carers in the UK needing support. Picture: Racle Fotodesign/Adobe Stock

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