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Scottish Government: Right to Breaks for Unpaid Carers Consultation
Created: 05/03/2026The Scottish Government have launched a consultation on the new right to a break for unpaid carers. They're seeking views on proposed options on how to implement this right.
This consultation is an important opportunity for the right to a break to be shaped by the unpaid carers it aims to support, and the organisations that will help deliver it.
While the right to a break has the potential to be transformative, planning and delivery must recognise the current challenges unpaid carers and services face. The time for effective and meaningful change to short breaks is now.
Have your say
You can complete the survey online here.
They're also hosting two online roundtable events where you'll be able to share your views.
Friday 27 March 2026, 10.30am - 12.00pm
Tuesday 21 April 2026, 10.30am - 12.00pm
If you have any questions, please contact the Shared Care Scotland communications team at [email protected]