Analysis of Carer’s Allowance claimants receiving other benefits, undertaking paid work, receiving overpayments and civil penalties
This publication provides data and analysis in relation to Carer’s Allowance, some of which is referenced by the Independent Review.
Applies to England, Northern Ireland and Wales
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In December 2024, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions commissioned an Independent Review into Carer’s Allowance (CA) overpayments, conducted by Liz Sayce. As part of this review, unpublished data and analysis were commissioned by the Independent Review to inform their evidence base and conclusions.
This publication provides data and analysis in relation to Carer’s Allowance, some of which is referenced by the Independent Review. It is being published alongside the Independent Review to ensure that all figures are presented transparently and impartially, and to provide new evidence and insights in relation to Carer’s Allowance.