Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 8727
Carer's Allowance: Students
Tabled: 11 October 2024
Answered: 21 October 2024
Question
Victoria Collins
Liberal Democrat — Harpenden and Berkhamsted
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of extending eligibility for Carer's Allowance to carers in full-time education.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThis Government recognises and appreciates the vital contribution made by all unpaid carers. We think it is right that people in full-time education should be supported by the educational maintenance system, rather than the social security benefit system....
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