The DWP has confirmed that Carer's Allowance will rise from April 2026, alongside an increase to the weekly earnings limit.

Former charity boss Liz Sayce found confusing guidance on Carer's Allowance had left thousands with fines and surprise bills.

Responding to the review into the carers allowance scandal, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey MP said: ...

People who care for more than one disabled person may be eligible for a new Scotland-only payment launching next year. Carer ...

The DWP has announced major reassessments following an official review which concluded that hundreds of thousands of vulnerable unpaid carers were left with huge debts due to government failure ...

But carers are only entitled to the allowance if their weekly earnings do not exceed £196, with the DWP’s “cliff-edge” rules ...

Carer's Allowance offers £83.30 a week for unpaid carers who meet the caring and earnings criteria. However, carers with their own health conditions or disabilities can also qualify for up to £187.45 ...

A new online petition is urging the UK Government to change the rules for people claiming Carer’s Allowance who reach State Pension age. People cannot currently receive the full amount of their State ...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced people on Carer’s Allowance will see payments rise from £83.30 to ...