Written question asked by Llew Smith (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 27 November 1996. It was answered by Jonathan Evans (Conservative) on Wednesday, 27 November 1996 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: What additional resources he has made available to support carers who have accepted a loss of paid employment to look after a disabled relative.

Answer: Mr. Llew Smith: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what additional resources he has made available to support carers who have accepted a loss of paid employment to look after a disabled relative. [5918] Mr. Jonathan Evans: Carers may apply for the full range of social security benefits. Invalid care allowance is specifically designed for carers who have given up the opportunity of full-time work to provide regular and substantial care. Benefit arrangements are a matter for my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Security.

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