DWP Carer's Allowance claimants who work in education and more have been forced to leave their jobs
Key workers are being pushed to "quit" their jobs to avoid financial penalties for breaking a Department for Work and Pensions rule. DWP Carer's Allowance recipients, including those working in education, have been compelled to leave their roles.
Additionally, claimants are rejecting one-time cost of living payments, performance bonuses, and even volunteering free hours each month. Helen Walker, chief executive of Carers UK, commented: "It is heartbreaking to hear of instances where thousands of pounds of debts have been accumulated. This has been going on for years and not enough has been done by government to fundamentally change the situation. It simply cannot continue.
"We recognise the challenges they are facing and we are determined to provide unpaid carers with the support they deserve," he remarked. He further mentioned: "Meeting organisations like Carers UK and individual carers and hearing their views and experiences is key to helping us to establish the facts and make informed decisions.", reports Birmingham Live.
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