The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced people on Carer’s Allowance will see payments rise from £83.30 to £86.45 per week over the 2026/27 financial year. Secretary of State for Work ...

People cannot currently receive the full amount of their State Pension and Carer’s Allowance at the same time.

The Chancellor has announced in his autumn statement that benefit payments will rise in 2023 by 10.1 per cent, including Carer’s Allowance. Currently, unpaid carers can get £69.70 per week, which ...

If you look after a partner, friend or relative who would find it difficult to manage without your support, then you're a carer. There’s a growing sector of what are known as ‘sandwich’ carers - those ...

The number of unpaid carers in the UK has been steadily rising alongside disability levels, prompting ministers to question whether the rates of Carer’s Allowance, as well as eligibility rules, will ...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has shared an update about the Carer's Allowance earnings threshold. Currently, you could get £83.30 a week if you care for someone at least 35 hours a week ...

The DWP looks at the practical help you need. This includes tasks that take you a long time, cause pain, or require supervision to stay safe. You apply using a detailed Attendance Allowance form. Many ...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that Carer's Allowance will rise next spring, alongside an increase to the amount carers can earn without affecting their entitlement. From ...