Supporting Working Carers: The Benefits to Families, Business and the Economy

The Employers for Carers and Department of Health Task and Finish Group was set up in 2012 to explore ways in which carers – people looking after a family member or friend who is sick, ill or disabled – can be supported to combine work and care. It has gathered national evidence from an expert Steering Group and a wider reference group, evidence from Europe and evidence directly from employers and business. This is a report of its findings and recommendations.