Written questions

Carer's Allowance

Commons · Question 60529 · Tabled 17 Jun 2025 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 25 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Rachael Maskell

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if she will ensure that people in receipt of Carers Allowance will to continue to receive that allowance if the person being cared for is no longer in receipt of social security support.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 25 Jun 2025

Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting people with long-term health conditions and disabilities, and this Government recognises and appreciates the vital contribution made by all unpaid carers. Carer’s Allowance recognises this contribution and ref...