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Carers Grant 2006/07 and 2007/08: Guidance

In 2006/07 and 2007/08, the Carers Grant will remain at £185 million. It will be paid as a specific formula grant with no conditions attached. The grant forms part of the Government's strategy for carers, set out in Caring about Carers published on 8 February 1999. It is designed to stimulate diversity and flexibility in provision of breaks for carers or direct services to carers to support them in their caring role.

• Download guidance (PDF, 27K)
• Determination of a grant under Section 31 of the Local Government Act 2003 of the Carers Grant for 2006/07 and 2007/08
• Carers Grant 2008-2011