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Scotland's young carers

According to the Carers Trust, many young carers are still not claiming the vital support they're entitled to, despite a government programme aimed at helping them.
The charity's spoken to 114 youngsters who are looking after loved ones at home. Only 15% of them have Young Carers Statements, which formalises the support they require from local authorities.
Our social affairs correspondent Chris Clements spoke to two young carers, including 11-year-old Amy-Lee.

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