local government will need to take on new responsibilities and one of those suggested is Attendance Allowance (AA). The paper states ‘As announced in December, the Government will also consider giving more ... contribution of the State. In particular, AA acts as a ‘gateway’ benefit to enable carers to claim Carer’s Allowance and other financial support, so we are very concerned about the potential impact on carers of transferring
Parliamentary Briefing: Government Support for the cost of heating oil – Westminster Hall Debate April 2026 Overview • More than 1 in 4 (28%) pensioners said they were struggling financially before ... indicates that cost of living pressures continue to persist among older people. • Across the UK, oil heating systems are in around 1.5 million homes, with a high concentration found in rural areas across Great
Page 1 of 30 Factsheet 87 Personal Independence Payment and Disability Living Allowance April 2026 About this factsheet This factsheet gives information about Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a ... if you are under State Pension age. The factsheet also has information about Disability Living Allowance (DLA) which is being replaced by PIP for some people. We cover the process for reassessing existing
Carer's Allowance May 2026 About this factsheet This factsheet explains what Carer’s Allowance is, the eligibility criteria, and how to make a claim. The factsheet explains how Carer’s Allowance may affect ... England and Wales. If you are in Northern Ireland, please contact Age NI for information. Carer’s Allowance has been replaced by Carer Support Payment in Scotland, see the Age Scotland guide: Carer Support
guide to filling out the Attendance Allowance claim form | 1 A guide to filling out the Attendance Allowance claim form A guide to filling out the Attendance Allowance claim form | 2 Contents Before you ... ..............................................................3 Find out more about Attendance Allowance ....................................................................................3 Get a claim
Attendance Allowance Extra money to help you Information guide AgeUKIG49 2 What is Attendance Allowance?. Attendance Allowance (AA) is extra money if you need help at home due to a disability or illness ... of a physical or mental disability or illness, you may be able to claim AA. “Claiming Attendance Allowance has helped me get back some independence.” Jim, 72 3 Good to know. While AA is based on the help
Page 1 of 28 Factsheet 34 Attendance Allowance May 2026 About this factsheet This factsheet gives information about Attendance Allowance, a non- means-tested benefit for people over State Pension age ... age who have care needs. It explains what Attendance Allowance is, the eligibility criteria, and how to make a claim. It explains what to do if you have a change of circumstance. If you have not reached
Page 1 of 22 Factsheet 34 Attendance Allowance May 2026 About this factsheet This factsheet gives information about Attendance Allowance, a non- means-tested benefit for people over State Pension age ... age who have care needs. It explains what Attendance Allowance is, the eligibility criteria, and how to make a claim. It explains what to do if you have a change of circumstance. If you have not reached
Carer’s Allowance Extra money if you’re looking after someone Information guide AgeUKIG52 2 Good to know. This guide is just about Carer’s Allowance. But if you look after someone, our guides about practical ... You can claim Carer’s Allowance and still get your Personal Independence Payment, Attendance Allowance or Disability Living Allowance. What is Carer’s Allowance?. Carer’s Allowance is money paid to people
Carer's Allowance May 2026 About this factsheet This factsheet explains what Carer’s Allowance is, the eligibility criteria, and how to make a claim. The factsheet explains how Carer’s Allowance may affect ... England and Wales. If you are in Northern Ireland, please contact Age NI for information. Carer’s Allowance has been replaced by Carer Support Payment in Scotland, see the Age Scotland guide: Carer Support