Carers are being forced to cut back on essentials such as
food and electricity because of the so-called bedroom tax. Despite Government
promises to protect them from the under-occupancy charge, one in six carers
forced to pay it are falling behind on their rent and face eviction, research
by Carers UK shows. Campaigners say the
charge on ‘spare’ bedrooms in social housing has had a particularly devastating
impact on those caring for disabled family members, who often need the extra
room. Three quarters of carers having to pay it are being forced to cut back on
essential spending on food, electricity and heating. Read more on the Independent website.
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