From today the earnings limit for Carer’s Allowance has increased from £151 to £196 per week. This means that, if you claim Carer’s Allowance, you can earn £45 more each week without losing your Carer’s Allowance. You may also be able to claim Carer’s Allowance for the first time if your earnings are below the new limit.
Carers UK has lots of helpful resources and information on Carer’s Allowance and how this change might affect you and your earnings. You may find it helpful to visit the following pages for information about the earnings limit, allowable expenses and Carer’s Allowance overpayments:
- Carer’s Allowance and the earnings limit
- Carer’s Allowance factsheet
- Carer’s Allowance and overpayments
If you need advice about Carer’s Allowance or have questions about changes to the earnings limit, you can contact Carers UK by:
Helpline – advice to carers is available on 0808 808 777 from Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm (including Bank Holidays).
Email – for more complex queries or detailed guidance, contact advice@carersuk.org.
For other help and support please contact us
