On 25th February 2025, thousands of social care workers, providers, and supporters from across the UK will converge on Westminster for a ‘Day of Action’ – a march to demand urgent reform for social care. It’s their belief this is their moment to stand up for a fair, sustainable system that values both the workforce and those receiving.
The #ProvidersUnite ‘Day of Action’ will be calling on the Government to review the impact the proposed increase in Employer’s National Insurance Contributions and rise in the National Living Wage will have on social care.
Event organisers #ProvidersUnite, a coalition of social care representatives, have adopted charity song ‘Who Cares?’ as an anthem and rallying cry. The song and video, co-written and produced by Glusburn-based Brian Johnson of the Independent Care Group, is being used to promote the event and the song will be performed live at Westminster, on the day, by Ivor Novello-nominated singer Boo Hewerdine, co-writer of the song.
“We’re really proud our little song has been so embraced by the care community,’ said Brian. ‘We hoped it would shine a little light on such an invaluable and often overlooked workforce, so having it part of such an historic event is amazing.’
#ProvidersUnite are also urging those attending the march to learn the words and sing along (there is a ‘Lyric Video’ available online to help them learn, as well as a ‘Sing-a-long’ sheet that can be downloaded).
“This song isn’t just about carers, it’s about all of us who rely on social care,” say Providers Unite. “The song speaks directly to the heart of the care sector. It’s a message of unity, strength, and the need for reform.”
‘I would have loved the choir that performed on the single – Sing Out! South Craven from Glusburn – to back Boo at Westminster, but budget and logistics proved difficult,’ said Brian. ‘However, I’m hoping the thousands of people expected to join the march will come armed with a lyric sheet and sing along.’
The single, which is available on all streaming services and can be purchased here: https://thecareworkerscharity.bandcamp.com/track/who-cares , is raising money for The Care Workers’ Charity. Watch the video here: www.independentcaregroup.co.uk