DWP could stop Carer's Allowance and take you to court if any of these changes are not reported

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The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that in May 2022 there were 936,766 people receiving weekly payments of £69.70 for Carer’s Allowance across Great Britain, including 81,682 living in Scotland.The benefit is set to rise to £76.75 per week in April as part of the annual benefits uprating and as it is paid every four weeks, this amounts to £307.00 - an increase of £28.20 from the current rate of £278.80.

Unpaid carers living in Scotland will also receive additional payments twice this year from the Scottish Government through the Carer’s Allowance Supplement - these are paid in June and December and worth £245.70.However, many unpaid carers might not be aware of certain changes in their circumstances which, if not reported, could stop their payments and see them pay a penalty or be taken to court.

Guidance on GOV.UK warns: “You could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or do not report a change in your circumstances.” The main change that you must report to the DWP is if the person you are caring for dies, but there are several others you should be aware of whether you are currently claiming or have applied for Carer’s Allowance.Changes can include:You can still get Carer’s Allowance if you temporarily stop providing care.

This means any period when you spend less than 35 hours a week caring for the other person, however, the person you care for must still receive their disability benefit.You must tell DWP if you temporarily stop providing care and:You may have to repay the money if you: DWP has a handy guide for people working and claiming Carer’s Allowance which covers flexible working, time off for an emergency, respite care or ‘short break’ care