Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 86257

Carer's Allowance: Epilepsy

Tabled: 29 October 2025

Answered: 5 November 2025

Question

Suella Braverman

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if his Department will review eligibility criteria for Carer’s Allowance in cases where unpaid carers support individuals with severe epilepsy.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms

The government keeps eligibility criteria under review to ensure they are meeting the needs of carers. Entitlement to Carer's Allowance depends on certain conditions relating to the circumstances of both the disabled person and the carer being satisfied. ...

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