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Written question asked by Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 20 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 April 2026 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Western (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Carer's Allowance: Overpayments

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, pursuant to the answer of 19 February 2025 to Question 30627, if he will provide updated figures on the number of carers with Carer's Allowance overpayment debts as a result of breaching the earnings limit in (a) England, (b) Wales, (c) Scotland and (d) Northern Ireland.

Answer

It has not proved possible to respond to the hon. Member in the time available before Prorogation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
128445
Session
2024-26
Related items
Carer's Allowance: Overpayments
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Debts Overpayments Carer's allowance Earnings limits
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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