“This will provide Young Carers with a rare opportunity for them to tell their story to a wide audience.”

11:40am Tuesday 20th December 2011

YOUNG people in Winchester who act as carers will be given the chance by Media Trust and Sainsbury’s to tell their stories on camera.

Winchester Young Carers has been selected for the Untold Stories scheme, which matches small charities with top filmmakers to create films demonstrating their work.

The charity aims to improve the lives of young people, providing them with support and opportunities to learn life-skills.

Pantomime boosts fund – oh yes it does!

Published on Sunday 18 December 2011 10:01

GENEROUS primary school children have done their bit to help the Lynn News Young Carers Appeal.

Eastgate Primary School children at Lynn raised £133.12 during collections at their Christmas performances.

The Lynn News is working with West Norfolk Carers to raise £100,000 to help ease the load for children, who are caring for sick relatives.

The appeal will be helping youngsters, aged between five and 18, who look after family members suffering from physical disabilities, serious illnesses as well as mental health and substance abuse problems.

Money will be used to pay for trips out for the youngsters along with transport to carers group meetings.