Briefing: Local authority support for unpaid carers in England
Since 2015, young carers have had the same right to an assessment of their needs as parent carers of disabled children. As well as deciding if the young carer has needs that can be met by services provided under the Children Act, the assessment must consider whether it is appropriate for the child to be providing care considering their own needs.
This House of Commons Library briefing provides information on local authority support for unpaid carers in England, including young carers and parent carers of disabled children.
