Govt proposals for carer’s allowance compensation would be “victory” for carers and campaigners

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Responding to reports that the Government is considering compensation payments to those caught up in the carer’s allowance scandal, Ed Davey, Liberal Democrat Leader, said:

“I really hope the government will give the victims of this appalling scandal the compensation they deserve. It would be a milestone for carers across the country, and a victory for all those who have campaigned tirelessly for justice.

“The government has a chance here not just to compensate the victims, but to overhaul carer’s allowance so it properly supports carers and doesn’t punish them for working. We will keep pushing ministers to seize that chance.”

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Notes to Editor:

Please see full story reported here, first published by the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/sep/14/government-considering-compensation-for-victims-of-carers-allowance-scandal?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other