Transport factors top barrier to recruiting and retaining carers

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By Liz Wells 15 January 2026

The cost of running a car is the biggest barrier to recruitment in the home care industry, with many potential employees unable to afford one, a new survey has found.

Over half of unpaid carers need more support from NHS

By Lee Peart 04 September 2025

Over half of unpaid carers (51%) say they need more support from the NHS, according to a new report.

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Children & Family Worker

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frederica-diamanta

Children & Family Worker

G7 SCP 19 £32,061 to SCP 23 £34,434

Wakefield, West YorkshireG7 SCP 19 £32,061 to SCP 23 £34,434

RECRUITER: Wakefield Council

Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team

£38,220 - £42,839

Northallerton, North Yorkshire£38,220 - £42,839

RECRUITER: North Yorkshire Council

Head of Safeguarding and Prevention

£73,757-£78,488

Wiltshire£73,757-£78,488

RECRUITER: Wiltshire Council

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