This guidance for general practice which has been developed by young carers, include access to preventative health and social prescribing, and timely referral to local support services.

We are working with colleagues in NHS England, GPs and primary care networks to look at how best to embed this guidance in general practice and really make a difference to the experience of young carers.

The NHS England, Commitment to Carers Programme work with young and young adult carers aged 16-24 who are empowered to have a voice and share their thoughts on how healthcare can support all young and young adult carers in continuing their caring role whilst at the same time achieving personal goals.

These amazing young carers have also developed a video based on the guidance which will be launched at a later date.