Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 67267
Carer's Allowance
Tabled: 11 July 2025
Answered: 21 July 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether her Department plans to (a) increase the rate of and (b) expand eligibility for Carer’s Allowance, in the context of trends in the number of unpaid carers.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe Government keeps all aspects of Carer’s Allowance (CA) under review to see if it is meeting its objectives. It is not means-tested but is subject to a weekly earnings limit. This was increased by a record amount in April 2025, which will benefit at le...
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