Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to support local authorities in meeting the needs of carers who require financial support as a result of rising energy prices.

The Government is providing support of over £37 billion to assist with rising costs of living, including higher energy costs. Unpaid carers living in low-income households claiming an income-related benefit may be entitled to receive the £650 Cost of Living Payment. Disabled carers on an eligible disability benefit may receive the £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment.

Domestic energy customers will receive a £400 rebate through the Energy Bills Support Scheme and those paying Council Tax in Bands A to D in England have received a £150 rebate.