Petitions/Don't have an earnings limit for Carer's Allowance
StatusClosed
Opened30 Jan 2025
Closes30 Jul 2025
Government response
Parliamentary debateNot eligible
Milestones

Those that receive Carer's Allowance & work part time are only allowed to earn a weekly set figure to be eligible, which may fall below minimum wage after taking into account additional caring costs. I believe those receiving carer's allowance should receive it whatever they are earning..

I would like the Government to allow Carers to earn uncapped earnings and still receive the full amount of Carers Allowance, as long as they meet the condition of caring for at least 35 hours per week. I believe it will benefit those needing care, Carers and the Government as more people may be prepared to take up caring responsibilities. This could reduce the cost of paying for professional Carers and working Carers will pay income tax which can help the economy and more people could get care.

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Constituency engagement ranking

Stephanie Peacock
1Stephanie Peacock MP
Barnsley South
3
Iqbal Mohamed
2Iqbal Mohamed MP
Dewsbury and Batley
2
Grahame Morris
3Grahame Morris MP
Easington
2
Ms Abena Oppong-Asare
4Ms Abena Oppong-Asare MP
Erith and Thamesmead
2
Alex Ballinger
5Alex Ballinger MP
Halesowen
2
Jack Abbott
6Jack Abbott MP
Ipswich
2
Maya Ellis
7Maya Ellis MP
Ribble Valley
2
Mr Clive Betts
8Mr Clive Betts MP
Sheffield South East
2
Steve Darling
9Steve Darling MP
Torbay
2
Linsey Farnsworth
10Linsey Farnsworth MP
Amber Valley
1
Don't have an earnings limit for Carer's Allowance — Petitions