17 Apr 2026

Unpaid Carers ‘£160 Worse Off a Month’ as Carer’s Allowance Fails to Keep Pace with Rise in Earnings

If Carer’s Allowance had kept pace with increases in earnings, carers would receive an extra £36.93 each week or £160.46 a month on average. On the 50th anniversary of the benefit being introduced, Carers UK is calling for a comprehensive review of Carer’s Allowance and other carer-related benefits.