Carer’s Leave

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 4:30 pm on 14 May 2025.

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Photo of Irene Campbell Irene Campbell Labour, North Ayrshire and Arran 4:30, 14 May 2025

Thank you for securing the debate. It is an important topic and it is a privilege to be here. I used to do a lot of work with carers and young carers in my job in the NHS, and I used to visit some of the Ayrshire carers centres. One thing that people told me was important to them was getting a break, whether it be a day out or a few days away, and another was getting peer support from other carers. Respite has already been mentioned. Do you agree that it is important for carers to get a break and opportunities for peer support?