UK DWP reports over 32,000 carer's allowance overpayments in 2025-26

Despite government reforms, the UK Department for Work and Pensions recorded over 32,000 instances of carer's allowance overpayments in 2025-26, totaling £33 million. The persistence of these errors suggests systemic failures in the oversight mechanism, leading to significant financial distress and potential legal risks for caregivers.