Employers of all sizes asked to share their experiences of supporting colleagues who are unpaid carers in the workplace
1 in 7 estimated employees are unpaid carers. 1 in 3 staff in the NHS are also unpaid carers. Employers…
Carers Week: Brightmine shares tips for identifying and supporting carers in the workplace
This week (10-16 June) is Carers Week – an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid…
Don’t make assumptions about the demographics of carers
As Carers Awareness Week approaches (10-16 June), RedArc warns against making any assumptions about the demographics of unpaid carers and…
5.7 million people facing the ‘carers penalty’ – with women being the most affected
Women face being stung with “motherhood” and “daughterhood” penalties, as data shows two thirds of people believe women should be…
Virgin Media O2 leads the way with paid carer’s leave policy as new rules introduced
Ahead of new legislation to support carers to take unpaid time off, Virgin Media O2 is revealing how its dedicated…
UK Carers Leave Act: A Step Forward, But 70% Say “Not Enough”, New VinciWorks Survey Reveals
The Carers Leave Act (2023) taking effect on April 6th is a positive step, recognising the critical role unpaid carers…
Carer’s Leave Act: Five ways employers can do more
The Carer’s Leave Act comes into force from 6 April 2024, and means employers will be required to offer their…
Employers urged to introduce support for carers ahead of new law
With the Carer’s Leave Bill receiving Royal Assent and due to become law in 2024, the Government has recognised the…
Five ways employers can support their carers during a cost-of-living crisis
Although being a caregiver is part of the willing sacrifice we make for our family, it can also be an…
Carers Rights Day 2022: Here Are The 4 Biggest Misconceptions About Employee Caregivers You Shouldn’t Believe
The UK is facing a serious caregiving crisis, with the number of caregivers in the workplace expected to significantly increase…