A teenage carer from Blantyre will be among the first to apply for a new benefit available to those in North and South Lanarkshire.
A teenage carer will be among the first to apply for a new benefit available to those in North and South Lanarkshire.
“Sometimes it’s full-blown medical issues but other days it’s keeping him company and keeping him occupied. Being a young carer while balancing my studies is a full-time job. Meanwhile, carers residing in regions where Carer Support Payment is not yet available are urged to apply for Carer's Allowance.
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