PDA wrote: Can you make a claim for Carers Allowance when you are already receiving contributory ESA?
You can but it won't be paid as they are considered to be overlapping benefits, If you are receiving or are eligible to receive ESA(IR) then a Carers Premium of about £35/week can be paid.
Also be aware, if your caring duties are considered to in conflict with the reasons you receive ESA then it could result in an early reassessment.
Gordon
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