New! Young Carers

Our opinion pages have now been updated, with the latest offering from Councillor Anthony O'Neill, Conservative Councillor for Heatons North. Cllr O'Neill is currently taking part in a committee investigation into the lives and challenges of the Borough's many young carers.

Councillor O'Neill says "young carers are often unknown, unrecognised and unaided. Responsibility is thrust upon their young shoulders at a tender age but they face life with courage and fortitude." To read more, visit our Opinion Pages or click here.