Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 116032
Carer's Allowance
Tabled: 25 February 2026
Answered: 4 March 2026
Question
Helen Whately
Conservative — Faversham and Mid Kent
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what checks does his Department carry out into the ongoing circumstances of those claiming Carer's Allowance.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsWhen an award of Carer’s Allowance is made, the customer is issued with a written notification letter advising of changes in circumstances they need to declare that may affect their entitlement. This is to ensure DWP holds the correct details for them. Th...
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