Written questions

Carer's Allowance

Commons · Question 8262 · Tabled 9 Oct 2024 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 16 Oct 2024

Question

Asked by Tom Gordon

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether she plans to review the adequacy of the level of Carer's Allowance in the context of increases in the cost of living.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 16 Oct 2024

Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting elderly or disabled relatives or friends. Sometimes unpaid carers will need to turn to the benefit system for financial support, so it is right that we keep Carer’s Allowance under review, to see if it is meet...