Crossroads says increase in benefit must be taken in perspective
The amount of money some caregivers on the Isle of Man have to survive on is 'frightening'.
That's the view of the chief executive of Crossroads following a 15 per cent increase in the allowance given to carers.
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Crossroads offers advice, support and respite to hundreds of carers on the Island.
Jackie Betteridge says any benefit increase needs to be taken in perspective:
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