Does Carer’s Allowance Count as Income for the Assessment?

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Carer’s Allowance does not count as income for the assessment of Council Tax support in Watford. It is specifically disregarded when calculating your income for council tax purposes.

Here’s a quick summary of the benefits disregarded in the income calculation:

Benefits Not Considered
Carer’s Allowance
Child Benefit
Disability Living Allowance
Employment and Support Allowance
Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
Universal Credit (various elements)

If you need more information about your council tax situation or want to know about other assessed benefits, feel free to reach out to the council directly!