Young Carers

School in its traditional form didn’t work for me – so I decided to homeschool myself
Chloe Jones

School in its traditional form didn’t work for me – so I decided to homeschool myself

What do you do when mainstream school doesn’t meet your needs? Take matters into your own hands, says Chloe, 18

Big Issue hands the reins to young people from disadvantaged areas for landmark special issue
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Big Issue hands the reins to young people from disadvantaged areas for landmark special issue

Youth charity OnSide has partnered with Big Issue for a one-off youth-led edition of the street magazine, on sale this week

I’ve been a carer for my mum since I was eight. This is what I wish people knew about kids like me
Young carers

I’ve been a carer for my mum since I was eight. This is what I wish people knew about kids like me

Oliver Davis is a young carer for his mum Wendy. His day is busy, but he tries to find some time for his hobbies too

I care for my husband and mum full-time, 24/7. The UK government thinks I’m worth £10 a day
Katy Styles

I care for my husband and mum full-time, 24/7. The UK government thinks I’m worth £10 a day

‘It’s too much pressure’: Covid leaves young carers burnt out, lonely and lacking support
Carers

‘It’s too much pressure’: Covid leaves young carers burnt out, lonely and lacking support

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“Being a young carer limits what other things you can do”
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“Being a young carer limits what other things you can do”

Paul McNamee: Time to care for the carers
Opinion

Paul McNamee: Time to care for the carers