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Carers Week 2025

Connect Plus and CPS proudly support Carers Week; a time dedicated to recognising the selfless commitment of unpaid carers and offering them the support they so greatly deserve.  

This year's theme is ‘caring about equality’ which highlights the inequalities and opportunities missed by carers just because of their caring role. It speaks directly to the reality of many: constant responsibility, little to no personal time and, often, the feeling of being alone.   

Carers provide vital support to loved ones, often without recognition or rest. That’s why, through our ongoing initiatives and support groups, we’re working hard to ensure the carers amongst our teams feel valued, heard, and supported.  

Throughout the week we will be launching our own wonderful carers support group, who provide an open, judgement-free space for carers within our teams. It allows carers to take a much-needed break, find genuine compassion and understanding, whilst offering mutual support and helping to shape future wellbeing initiatives. 

Today the group held a carer’s event at our Dartford depot, aimed to celebrate and engage carers whilst providing a chance to connect, learn, and have fun. It was a wonderful success, with a great participation and involving inspiring discussions of support and experiences.  

The group are scheduled to meet monthly, providing a continuous support network to carers in the business. 

The week runs from 9-15th June 2025. 

 

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Notes to Editors

About Connect Plus and Connect Plus Services

  • Over 10 years ago, Highways England awarded Connect Plus the contract to operate and manage the M25 and its key arterial link roads.
  • Connect Plus is a consortium that includes Edge Orbital Holdings Ltd, Balfour Beatty and Egis Road Operation UK - a unique partnership with a collective strength in highways maintenance and management.
  • Connect Plus Services (CPS), is Connect Plus’ specialist and strategic supply chain partner responsible for operations and maintenance, bringing together the collective strength and expertise of its parent companies, Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK.
  • With a workforce of around 600 people, based at seven locations around the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance, and whole-life management of thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme.
  • Over the past 10 years, collectively we’ve delivered over £1.4bn worth of road improvements and junction enhancements, and we’re continually exploring new and innovative ways to deliver safer, more reliable journeys for our customers. Together, we’re passionate about delivering the long-term needs of the M25 and improving the driving experience for all our customers.
  • For further information please visit https://www.connectplusm25.co.uk/ or follow us at https://twitter.com/cpservices_m25