Publication details Launched on Carers Rights Day 2024 by Carers UK and the Centre for Care, this report analyses census data from the four nations of the UK.
New statistics show the economic value of contributions made by unpaid carers in the UK is now £184.3 billion a year.
Unpaid carers in the UK are now providing care worth a staggering £184.3 billion a year, evidenced by new research published by Carers UK and the Centre for Care today. This huge increase – up by £64.9 billion since 2011 – is because families are providing more care than ever before.
Despite the vital care they provide, many unpaid carers are finding it increasingly difficult to afford day-to-day living costs due to rising prices and additional bills associated with their caring role – making support to stay in work where possible vital.