Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 83455
Carers: Employment
Tabled: 20 October 2025
Answered: 28 October 2025
Question
Steve Darling
Liberal Democrat — Torbay
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to support unpaid carers into paid employment.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe Government is committed to supporting carers to balance unpaid care with paid work where this is feasible. Eligible carers may still receive benefits while working, allowing them to increase their overall income. Support includes identifying skills ga...
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