Informal carers’ employment rights and support
An overview of the employment rights and support available to informal carers, and public policy reviews on this topic in recent years.

A Westminster Hall debate on ‘Supporting people with endometriosis in the workplace’ has been scheduled for Wednesday 9 February 2022 at 2.30pm. The debate has been initiated by Alec Shelbrooke MP.
Supporting people with endometriosis in the workplace (2 MB , PDF)
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue that is similar to the inner lining of the uterus (womb) grows outside the uterus, typically in the fallopian tubes and on the ovaries, though it may also affect other parts of the body. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) notes that endometriosis is “mainly a disease of the reproductive years” but that its exact cause is unknown. The symptoms associated with endometriosis vary and can include painful periods, chronic pelvic pain and infertility / difficulty getting pregnant. Endometriosis can be difficult to diagnose which can cause a delay between the onset of symptoms and receiving a formal diagnosis
Endometriosis UK, a leading charity, has published guidance on employment law and best practice for employers in relation to endometriosis.[1] This highlights three areas of employment law in particular:
This briefing contains background information, parliamentary and press material, as well as suggested further reading which Members may find useful when preparing for this debate
Supporting people with endometriosis in the workplace (2 MB , PDF)
An overview of the employment rights and support available to informal carers, and public policy reviews on this topic in recent years.
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