Sharp rise in number of Angus youngsters recognised as carers

Across Scotland there are an estimated 30,000 young carers.

There has been a sharp rise in the number of youngsters in Angus being recognised as carers.

More than 300 children and young adults are currently being helped by a charity which provides respite from caring responsibilities.

But those leading the work say the true scale of young carers in the area is likely to be far greater.

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