GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FOR CARERS

Early day motion 126, tabled 19 November 2009 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 68 members.

That this House calls on the Government to simplify guidance and systems of support for carers; is concerned by the findings of the Public Accounts Committee that one-fifth of carers who receive benefits have experienced difficulties claiming; notes that approximately 900,000 people in the UK care for a relative or loved one; acknowledges that the value of the service that unpaid carers provide is not reflected in the quality of support available for them; and urges the Government to urgently review the loopholes identified by the committee in order to adequately support the vital work of carers.

Signatures by party: Labour 37, Liberal Democrat 12, Conservative 6, DUP 4, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Plaid Cymru 2, Independent 1, Respect 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.