Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 21244
Carer's Allowance: Income
Tabled: 18 December 2024
Answered: 6 January 2025
Question
Jessica Toale
Labour — Bournemouth West
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, for what reason her Department has set a limit for the amount of income that someone in receipt of carer's allowance can earn.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe primary purpose of Carer’s Allowance is to provide a measure of financial support to those who’s ability to work is constrained by providing care for someone else for at least thirty-five hours per week. The eligibility conditions for the benefit use ...
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