§ 28. Mr. BorrowTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what action he is taking to support and promote the work of carers. [72404]
§ Mr. HuttonOur National Carers' Strategy, published on 8 February, describes a substantial new policy package to help carers. We have announced a new special grant, totalling £140 million over the next three years, to enable local authorities to provide a wider range of services to help carers to take a break from their caring responsibilities. We will also be bringing forward legislation, when Parliamentary time allows, to ensure that670W local authorities are able to address carers' wishes and needs more directly. Our strategy includes special measures to help young carers and increased help and support for the parents of disabled children. Copies of the strategy report are available in the Library.