The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that people claiming Carer\u2019s Allowance can now earn up to \u00a3204 a week while continuing to receive the benefit. The updated earnings limit follows a change introduced by the Labour government and forms part of a broader review of the allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The announcement comes as the government launches a six-week call for evidence examining how Carer\u2019s Allowance <\/strong>could be updated for the first time since it was introduced in 1976. According to the DWP, the review will consider whether existing rules still reflect modern patterns of work and caring responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The revised earnings threshold increases the amount carers can earn while remaining eligible for support to around \u00a310,000 a year.<\/strong> At the same time, ministers have indicated that further changes may be considered after gathering evidence from carers, charities and other organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The review also follows concerns that the current system can create difficulties for people whose earnings vary from week to week, particularly where small changes in income affect entitlement to the benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to updated DWP guidance, the weekly earnings limit for Carer\u2019s Allowance has been increased to a record \u00a3204<\/strong>. The change allows eligible carers to earn around \u00a310,000 annually while continuing to receive the benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\nGovernment Confirms Higher Earnings Limit While Seeking Evidence on Future Reforms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n