Petition: Increase Carer’s Allowance to equal 35hrs at the National Minimum Wage

03/11/22

Almost half of those living in poverty are disabled or live with someone who is. Many carers are unable to work, or only able to work part-time due to caring responsibilities. Carer’s Allowance is treated as taxable income and is also deducted from any other benefits you may receive.

As of April 2022 Carer’s Allowance is £69.70 a week for at least 35 hours of caring a week, which works out to roughly £1.99 p/h. The National Minimum Wage for 18-year-olds is currently £6.83 p/h.

We want Carer’s Allowance to be increased to £239.05 a week, to reflect the work carers do.