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Carer's Allowance

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 3 November 2025UIN 85973

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of family members claiming Carer’s Allowance on the finances of the disabled people that they care for.

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms

Carer’s Allowance, paid to a family member providing care, can affect a disabled person’s own means-tested benefit award. Family members and disabled people should carefully consider what benefit support best meets their specific circumstances.

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