Scores of carers overpaid more than £20 , 000 last year despite reforms

UK · 2026-07-18

1. Step 1 · The triggerDWP overpays carers £33m due to system errors despite reforms.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onCarers receive clawback demands, reducing their disposable income.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onReduced spending by carers impacts local SMEs reliant on discretionary spending.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youIncreased demand for debt collection and financial advice services as carers seek help.

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Source: theguardian.com

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