Yes vote in care referendum would mean more supports for carers, says Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys

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Gabija Gataveckaite

Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys says she will be able to push for more supports for carers in the Budget if the referendum on care passes this Friday.

The Government will review the means test for carers, with strong suggestions from the Fine Gael minister that more carers will be able to access payments after the review.