The invisible hand of unpaid care
JRF recently published research on the financial penalty faced by unpaid carers. In this post, lead analyst Spencer Thompson reflects on the wider significance of the work.
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Spencer Thompson
Former Analysis Manager
An economist by training, he has expertise in social security and a particular interest in alternative forms of ownership. His current research projects focus on poverty and unpaid care.
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The caring penalty
Unpaid carers provide an invaluable service to society, but they shoulder a financial penalty in doing so. This report looks at the financial impact of unpaid care, and how policies can help mitigate it.
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Social security