Sanders welcomes breaks for carers  

The Coalition Government has announced plans to make sure carers are able get a break. Last year, Liberal Democrat Care Minister, Paul Burstow announced an extra £400m for Primary Care Trusts to allow carers to take a well-earned break, but a recent study has found that many PCTs are not spending this money on carers. The Coalition Government has now announced a new framework to ensure that by September next year, the local NHS must have plans in place to support carers and must publish these plans. Commenting, Adrian said: “In difficult times Liberal Democrats are doing the right thing and making sure we help those who need it most. “I am proud that Liberal Democrats are making life a little bit easier for carers in Torbay who are some of the most unsung heroes we have. “This is a manifesto commitment that the Liberal Democrats are delivering in the Coalition Government.” Commenting...