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The Internet has transformed modern campaigning and is a valuable tool if you're trying to mobilise supporters or want to find out information on a vast range of topics.
Having a website for your group can give it real identity and helpful if you want to give people information. However developing and updating a website can be complicated and time-consuming,particularly if you're not sure what you're doing.
Usable websites is a charity that creates and hosts free websites for charitable organisations throughout the United Kingdom. Simply log onto their website and follow the instructions and they'll be able to guide you through the maze of technology.
www.writetothem.com helps you to contact local MPs, councillors and public figures. www.theworkforyou.com shows you MPs voting habits and views on relevant issues.
www.directgov.gov.uk contains information on a full range of local and national services, including carers' benefits, social services departments, Government departments.
www.petitions.pm.gov.uk/ lets you set up a petition on any issue, which you can get people to sign up to online, and tell the Prime Minister about carers' concerns. www.numberten.gov.uk/ is the Prime Minister's website where you can see press statements, policy documents, Government consultations
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Have you found a good website which has helped your campaigning? Tell us about it: equalpartners@carersuk.org
