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Research Summary: Policy paper: Unpaid carers action plan: recognise, refer, reach (easy read)

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UK Department for Education
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Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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6 October 2026
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The UK Department for Education has released an 'easy read' version of its Unpaid Carers Action Plan, titled 'recognise, refer, reach'. This document outlines the government's strategy aimed at improving the lives of individuals providing unpaid care in England.

Why it matters

This initiative underscores the government's recognition of the significant societal contribution made by unpaid carers. The plan aims to formalize support structures, which can alleviate pressures on individuals and potentially reduce long-term costs within social care and health systems.

Key insights

  • The UK Department for Education has published an 'easy read' policy paper concerning unpaid carers.
  • The policy paper, named 'Unpaid carers action plan: recognise, refer, reach', focuses on improving conditions for unpaid carers in England.

Source

UK Department for Education — https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/unpaid-carers-action-plan-recognise-refer-reach-easy-read

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6 October 2026
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Policy paper: Unpaid carers action plan: recognise, refer, reach (easy read)
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