The register opened today.
The register for long-term carers to apply for a pension is being opened today.
The Government last week announced anyone who has been caring for a loved one for over 20 years will be entitled to a State pension from January 1st.
In the meantime, carers are being invited to register with the Department of Social Protection from today to see if they qualify.
Catherine Cox from Family Carers Ireland in Tullamore says the measure is long overdue:
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