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Foster Carers Financial Support And Incentives

15 January 2024 · 2 other contributors · 1,730 words

Opened by David Johnston Con Wantage

Responding minister: Not recorded

Benefits & WelfareChildren & Families

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At a glance

David Johnston raised concerns about foster carers financial support and incentives in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Foster carers provide essential support to vulnerable children in care but face financial challenges due to high household expenses.
  • The petition called for a review and increase of allowances paid to foster carers, noting the impact of inflation and cost-of-living pressures.
  • The Government has increased the minimum fostering allowance by 12.43% and raised qualifying care relief for tax exemptions. Further increases are planned from April 2024 at 6.88%, providing additional financial support to foster carers.

Key requests to Government

The Government has increased the minimum fostering allowance by 12.43% and raised qualifying care relief for tax exemptions. Further increases are planned from April 2024 at 6.88%, providing additional financial support to foster carers.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

David Johnston Con Wantage

Foster carers provide essential support to vulnerable children in care but face financial challenges due to high household expenses. The petition called for a review and increase of allowances paid to foster carers, noting the impact of inflation and cost-of-living pressures.

Other contributors (2)
  • Andrew Western Lab Stretford and Urmston

    The Member praised Emma, a local foster carer, for her work in providing care and support to children. He emphasized the need for better financial support and incentives for foster carers.

  • Martyn Day SNP Linlithgow and East Falkirk

    The Member expressed gratitude for the debate and acknowledged the work of fostering organisations. He highlighted the importance of financial support and incentives to encourage more people to become foster carers.

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