How the government is failing carers and those who depend on them
Most carer workers are still being paid well under the national minimum wage. And the government isn’t doing anything about it.
Most carer workers are still being paid well under the national minimum wage. And the government isn’t doing anything about it.
The truth is we can afford to support unpaid carers if we want to – if the government embraced simple, effective policies like a wealth tax.
Despite facing significant cuts, Salford Council is giving carers a significant pay hike. But it follows dedicated campaigning by workers and local activists.
Today is Carer’s Rights Day, but where is the media coverage? Left Foot Forward urges politicians to push forward this vital campaign.
Care for those who are denied treatment costs more than if the procedures were carried out.
Social care is currently in crisis due to lack of funding. The number of older people needing care is growing but rationing through eligibility criteria means fewer and fewer are qualifying for local authority support. There are few services aimed at preventing those with low-level care needs from reaching a crisis situation.