Remove the earnings limit for Carer's Allowance

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Remove the earnings limit for Carer's Allowance

Petition Details

Unpaid carers save the government millions, and looking after a loved one can be a 24 hour 7 day a week role that can be emotionally and physically exhausting. We don't think it's fair for people to be prevented from receiving Carer's Allowance because of their earnings.

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Eligibility for Carer's Allowance should not be affected by a person's earnings. Provided someone spends at least 35 hours a week caring for someone in receipt of a qualifying benefit they should be entitled to Carer's Allowance. Currently you cannot receive Carer's Allowance if you earn more than £139 a week.

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