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Supporting Carers: Why self-identification matters and what managers and staff need to know

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Following on from Carers Rights Day on 19 November, join ParliCare for an informative session exploring the importance of self-identifying as a carer and how this information helps us better understand, support and represent our caring community across the organisation. The session will highlight why accurate carer data matters and how self-identification can help shape the support and resources available to colleagues with caring responsibilities.

The event will include an introduction to the importance of self-identification and keeping your details up to date in iTrent, followed by a recorded presentation from Carers UK. You’ll also be able to access information about the support available through our internal policies and guidance

The session will conclude with an unrecorded Q&A, providing an opportunity to ask questions and discuss caring responsibilities, available support, and any challenges you may be experiencing.

We hope to see you there.

ParliCare Committee

Time: 1200 – 1330
Date: 23 November 2026
Location: Online via MS Teams
Open to: everyone with a parliamentary network account
Booking: Please email PARLICARE@parliament.uk to register and receive the link for the meeting.

Working Through Cancer Network Event: 9 July

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Time: 14:15 – 15:15
Date: Thursday 9 July 2026
Location: Online and PCH
Open to: parliamentary staff
Information/booking: dan.horrocks@parliament.uk

You are warmly invited to the next Working Through Cancer Network event where you can hear more about the purpose of the network, the support we are building and how to get involved.

We are delighted that The Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP, former Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, will be joining us to speak about his personal experience of cancer, the challenges of balancing treatment with public life and the insights he has gained from navigating a cancer diagnosis whilst serving in one of the most senior roles in Government.

About the Network
The Working Through Cancer Network exists to support parliamentary staff and others affected by cancer — whether as a patient, carer, line manager, or colleague. We are also developing practical support, including a buddy system and guidance for navigating the help available in Parliament.

RSVP
If you’re planning to attend, in person or online, please RSVP to dan.horrocks@parliament.uk so we can get an idea of numbers.

We hope you will be able to join us for what promises to be a thoughtful and inspiring discussion.

ParliCARE

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ParliCARE is a Workplace Equality Network (WEN) to promote inclusion and equality of opportunity across Parliament with the aim of raising awareness of and support for all staff and Members of both Houses of Parliament with caring challenges.

Please see their page on ParliNet.