Spotlight on human rights

Carers' human rights are being undermined by poor services. Public bodies such as social service departments and the NHS are failing to recognise the impact of caring often with devastating results for carers. In this section we investigate carers and their human rights.

Helen's Story
"I look after my husband, Robert who has had MS for 30 years. He needs help with most activities of daily living and I care for him round the clock."
What is the issue?
Find out how actions by local councils are infringing carers' human rights
Human Rights Act
Find out how Human Rights Act can make a difference.
Interview with Katie Ghose
We speak to .....
Take action
Find out how you can use the human rights act to your advantage

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Spotlight on human rights

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