Carer's Allowance Earnings Threshold Increase
The Chancellor's budget on Weds 30 October 2024 announced a large rise in the earnings limit on Carer's Allowance to the equivalent of 16 hours at the National Living Wage.
Working carers will now be able to earn £196 per week and claim Carer’s Allowance – an increase of around £45 per week in comparison to the previous earnings threshold of £151.
60,000 more carers will be able to access Carer’s Allowance as a result.
