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DWP Demands Repayment from 33,000 Carers Amid Overpayment Controversy

Last year, over 33,000 carers were notified by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to repay overpayments, some exceeding £20,000, highlighting ongoing issues with the Carer’s Allowance system. This startling figure …

By Rebecca Duffy · Sunday 19 July 2026 · 2 min read

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DWP Accumulates £1,300 Debts for Carers Despite Requests to Stop Payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) continues to accumulate debts against unpaid carers, even after being notified to stop overpayments. Chris Farrell, a former full-time unpaid carer aged 65, found himself burdened …

By Rebecca Duffy · Monday 15 June 2026 · 2 min read