Carer's Allowance Update in Northern Ireland
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The rules for Carer's Allowance have been updated in Northern Ireland. This change affects benefit recipients. Learn what this means for you.
Carer's Allowance Update in Northern Ireland
New rules for Carer's Allowance have come into effect in Northern Ireland. These changes are related to the reassessment of Carer's Allowance payments, conducted in response to the Independent Review of Carer's Allowance Overpayments, published on July 21, 2025.
What's Changed
- Changes to social security benefits, including Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance, and State Pension Credit.
- Introduction of a capital disregard for Carer's Allowance payments made as a result of the reassessment.
How This Affects Benefit Recipients
- If you're receiving benefits, you should check how these changes affect your benefits.
- You can contact your local social security office for more information.
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Source: legislation.gov.uk