Petition · past parliament · Department of Health and Social Care
Exclude benefits from financial assessments for contributions to social care
Closed
74 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the Government to require benefits to be excluded from financial assessments to determine what contribution someone has to make to the cost of their social care. We believe people should be entitled to keep the full amount of any benefits they receive.
The Government should allocate more funding to make up any additional costs to local authorities, to ensure adequate care is provided. We believe this is essential to uphold the human rights of care users and ensure access to necessary care without an unreasonable financial burden.
By taking this action, the Government can protect the wellbeing and dignity of vulnerable individuals in our society.
By taking this action, the Government can protect the wellbeing and dignity of vulnerable individuals in our society.
Timeline
| 4 Jan 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
74
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
4 Jan 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
Follow this petition
Sign in to get an email when the government responds, a debate is scheduled or held, or the petition closes.
Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.