CARERS' ALLOWANCE

Early day motion 1409, tabled 23 April 2008 by Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 48 members.

That this House notes the dedication of the many thousands of carers in Britain; further notes that this challenging work is done without payment; welcomes Carers Week 2008, which is designed to highlight the work done by carers and will run from 9th to 15th June; expresses concern at the lack of flexibility of the earnings disregard limit of the Carers Allowance, presently set at £95, which can lead to some carers being denied support; and urges the Government to review the earnings disregard limit so that carers are given a fair deal.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 22, Labour 12, Conservative 4, DUP 4, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.