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Can u claim carers allowance if u on pip
My auntie is a carer but she been told she can't claim carers as she is pensioner I do a few hrs she said I could claim as only one of the 2 carers can claim I do bout 4 hours out ov 35 she does 31 is that still good for me too claim without any issues thanks for feedback
No, as you need to meet the minimum number of hours, which is 35.
To claim Carers Allowance when you care for 4 hours a week would be benefit fraud.
https://www.carersfirst.org.uk/help-and-advice/topics/claiming-carers-allowance-when-you-re-state-pension-age/ explains how she can claim the "underlying entitlement"
But you may be in trouble - if, as you appear to be claiming 35 hours CA, only working 4 hours.
The value must be greater than or equal to 1.
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