This week (8–14 June 2026) marks Carers Week, a UK-wide campaign shining a light on the vital role unpaid carers play in families and communities. It’s a time to recognise the challenges carers can face, celebrate their contribution, and ensure they have access to the support they need.
Unpaid Carers
Two-thirds of Kinship Carers left without formal support: new Census Data reveals stark reality for Scotland’s hidden families
The newly published Kinship Care Statistics from Scotland’s Census 2022 reveal a troubling truth: of the estimated 12,800 children living in kinship care across Scotland, two-thirds are in informal arrangements—meaning they are cared for by relatives or close family friends without formal recognition or support from the state.
