Welfare Clerk, Stephensons Solicitors LLP, Leigh Member since 10th Jan 2008
Carers Allowance Fri 20-Nov-09 08:26 AM
Just a quick question...
Can a carer contine to claim CA when the disabled person's DLA is suspnded during a fraud investigation but no decision has yet been made on their entitlement?
Senior Adviser, Wirral Welfare Rights Unit Member since 07th Sep 2009
RE: Carers Allowance Mon 23-Nov-09 09:23 AM
S.70(2) SSCBA - fundamental condition for CA - DLA at appropriate rates must be PAYABLE. While DLA is suspended it is not payable. Entitlement doesn't come into it. So, no, I think CA must stop.