GRANDPARENTS are a valuable source of care, culture and family history for children. Yet research and calls to our helplines show schools and services for families often neglect grandparents who are caring for children.

We invite readers to access a copy of our manifesto from our websites and to use it to seek the support of parliamentary candidates to bring about improvement in support. www.grandparentsplus.org.uk www.frg.org.uk www.grandparents-association.org.uk

D WHITWORTH and L PANKHURST Grandparents Plus

C ASHLEY Family Rights Group

L CHESTERMAN Grandparents' Association