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Network Journal 2008 Issue 2 March/April |
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Carers Spotlight Day - Get involved!
This year is an important one for working carers who we know often struggle to make their voices heard, writes equalities officer Jo Bird.
Carers play a vital role but all too often this either isn't recognised or properly rewarded. At last change is on the horizon.
This Government has listened to carers and promised to improve the support and financial help carers receive.
They will shortly be announcing new rights and benefits for carers which could make a real difference to thousands of our members.
Usdaw has long been campaigning for these changes - changes which could put more money in members pockets to help them cope with the high costs of caring for someone who is elderly or disabled.
On Wednesday 11 June 2008 we are to hold a carers spotlight day. The aim of the day is to raise awareness of the difficult job carers do, juggling paid work with caring for someone.
We also want to let as many of our members as possible know about the work Usdaw is doing to try to win a better deal for carers.
We need your help for the Spotlight Day to be a success. We will be sending out a campaign pack to reps in May which will include everything you need to get involved. Last year reps helped by:
- Giving out leaflets about carers rights.
- Asking members and non members to sign the Usdaw petition.
- Putting posters up on workplace notice boards.
- Talking to members about the union's campaign.
Watch this space for more news.
Supporting Parents and Carers
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