Petition
“Value Unpaid Carers: End Poverty, Give Fair Pay for 1.2 Million UK Carers”
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
“The government must properly value unpaid carers by increasing Carer’s Allowance or providing direct payments that match professional care wages. Recognise the vital work of 1.2 million carers, end poverty, and ensure financial, emotional, and practical support for all.”
“Unpaid carers provide essential 24/7 care for loved ones, saving the UK billions every year, yet 1.2 million live in poverty. Many sacrifice their health, income, and wellbeing. The government must act to properly value carers with fair financial support, training, and recognition, ending poverty and acknowledging their vital contribution to society.”
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: Increase the Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at minimum wage - Increase the Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at minimum wage
Timeline
| 11 Mar 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 10 Apr 2026 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
10 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.