Carers allowance confusion?

Benefits, finances and funding
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Hi Guys i wonder if you could help basically,

i earn £590.13 a month, i put £88.52in a pension in which i am allowed 50% of this so £44.26 ( allowed) i worked it out like this.

£590.13 wage

  • £88.52 with 50% = £44.26
    This takes my monthly income to £545.87 x 12 months in a year = £6,550.44 divided by 52 weeks in a year = £125.97

thats £125.97 per week is this correct? its so stressful as i keep getting letters :frowning: :frowning: :frowning: :sick: :unamused: :angry: :mrgreen: :kiss: :smiley:

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Ring our CUK helpline, because they are the experts.

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Hi Veronica,

welcome to the forum.

Your calculation looks sound, but I agree with BB, its a good idea to verify this with the helpline if you are having doubts.

You can email us at > adviceline@carersuk.org > and we will respond to your enquiries within 10 working days, although it can often be sooner.

Our telephone helpline providing information is open from Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm - 0808 808 7777

Melly1