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flag Over 69 councils have outdated info on carer tax discounts, blocking up to 5 million from claiming up to £1,000 annually.

flag Personal finance expert Martin Lewis warns that over 69 councils in England and Wales have incorrect or unclear information about the live-in carer council tax discount, potentially preventing up to five million unpaid carers from claiming up to £1,000 in annual savings. flag The error, found in an investigation by MoneySavingExpert.com, stems from outdated websites that omit newer qualifying benefits like the standard rate of Personal Independence Payment and lower rate of Attendance Allowance. flag Many councils also fail to clearly list required benefits, discouraging eligible carers—especially those providing 35+ hours of weekly care—from applying. flag Lewis urges affected individuals to recheck eligibility and request backdated payments, while calling on councils and the government to update information on official sites to ensure accurate access to this vital support.

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