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A quarter of unpaid carers in Wales are live in poverty
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CAMPAIGNERS reported today that a quarter of unpaid carers in Wales live in poverty, with 9 per cent experiencing deep poverty.

The figures, from a WPI Economics report for Carers Wales, also found many unpaid carers are forced to reduce working hours or leave employment because of their responsibilities.

Housing also remains a major concern, with the need for adapted homes contributing to financial pressures carers face and often forcing them to live in unsuitable homes.

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