A call to end the unjust prosecution of unpaid carers has been made to Rishi Sunak following revelations by The Guardian, urging an immediate inquiry.
Former work and pension secretaries, along with Labour representatives, are demanding answers as to why countless carers have been penalized for minor financial errors, leading to severe consequences.
Unpaid carers have faced financial ruin, criminal records, and even homelessness due to errors that could have been easily prevented by government officials.
Prominent figures like Iain Duncan Smith, Alan Johnson, and David Blunkett have joined the outcry against the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for its treatment of carers.
The broken welfare system has been likened to a witch hunt against carers, highlighting the need for urgent reform to support those who provide essential care to their loved ones.
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Politicians are urging the DWP to show compassion towards carers who play a vital role in society, often under immense stress and financial strain.
The government is being called upon to investigate the mishandling of carer’s allowance overpayments and take corrective action to prevent further harm to vulnerable individuals.
MPs are set to question welfare minister Mims Davies on the issue of carer’s allowance overpayments, signaling a growing concern over the treatment of unpaid carers.
2024-04-12 14:43:01
Original from www.theguardian.com