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| Lesbian and gay carers | | Corporate Author | Carers UK |
| Publisher | Carers UK, London, 2003 |
| Pages | 8 pp (Policy briefing) |
| Source | Carers UK, Ruth Pitter House, 20/25 Glasshouse Yard, London EC1A 4JT. www.carersonline.org.uk |
| Keywords | Informal care ; Sexual orientation ; Rights [elderly]. |
| Annotation | Carers UK are highlighting the issues that face particular groups of carers who may have additional service or information needs. This policy briefing describes the range of problems encountered by gay and lesbian carers. It draws attention to the consultation paper, "Civil partnership: a framework for the legal recognition of same-sex couples", and comments on the effects of proposed legislation. The briefing outlines other legislation and guidance; examples of good practice and solutions provided by support groups; and makes recommendations for local authorities, NHS Trusts, primary care trusts (PCTs), and employers. (RH). |
| Accession Number | CPA-031111213 P |
| Classmark | P6: ES6: IKR * |
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