Carers

Amie Meslohi: Carers Week 2026 – the Hidden Cost of Being a Carer

I've known I'm a carer for a while now. But working on content for Talking Talent this week about carers in the workplace, something just clicked.

Work Offers a Lifeline To Unpaid Carers – But ‘Nearly Half May Cut Hours or Quit Without Support’

Nearly half of unpaid carers who are also in work are considering reducing their hours or leaving employment altogether.

Demand Grows for Practical Workplace Support for Working Carers

Many UK employers are seeking clearer and more practical ways to support employees who combine paid work with caring responsibilities.

Aaron Dryden: What does the evolving political landscape mean for carers in your workforce?

The evolving political landscape emphasises caregiver needs, but employers may need to take the lead in providing support.

Tips for managing work alongside caregiving responsibilities

In light of employees taking 6 sick days per year to care for loved ones, experts have advised on how to manage work alongside caregiving responsibilities.

Employees take 6 sick days a year to look after loved ones 

51% of the UK workforce say their career has been impacted by taking on responsibility for different generations of their family's health and wellbeing.

Ian Wells: Adjusting to reversed roles – becoming a carer for your elder parent

There are a number of ways organisations can support employees and help them balance their role as working carers. Find out how you can make a difference.

Don’t make assumptions about the demographics of carers

This Carers Awareness Week, RedArc warns against making any assumptions about the demographics of unpaid carers and thus wrongly targeting support.

Female caregivers not taking time off when they are mentally or physically unwell

Employers are being urged to understand how caregiving impacts men and women differently and put measures in place that address this.

Aaron Dryden: Crafting a comprehensive Carer’s Policy – Ensuring compliance with the Carer’s Leave Act

In light of the recent change in legislation, more individuals are likely to disclose their caring responsibilities, so it's time for organisations to review their support.
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