The government has announced an independent review into Carer's Allowance overpayments following extensive repayments demanded from over 134,000 carers, many of whom faced severe financial strain.
The review aims to uncover the reasons behind the overpayments and explore solutions to support the affected carers who often found themselves in unexpected debt.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of the review, stating it would examine the circumstances surrounding the overpayments to understand the failures in the system.
Critics argue that the current earnings threshold for the Carer's Allowance is excessively low, leading to situations where minor earnings can abruptly disqualify carers from receiving necessary financial support.
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