Carer Premium and irESA

Hi there,

I'm wondering if I can receive Carers Premium on my irESA.

I live with my grandmother whom is in receipt of Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance Higher Rate. She receives SDP in her Pension Credit, and receives Carer Premium too as she has underlying entitlement to Carers Allowance.

I receive irESA and PIP Enhanced Rate Care and Mobility. I receive SDP on my irESA. As my grandmother and I care for each other, would I also be entitled to Carer Premium on my ESA as I believe I have underlying entitlement to Carers Allowance for looking after my gran?

We are the only occupants in our home.

Thanks in advance for your advice.

ka

We were advised to

Thanks Gordon, forgot about that angle actually. It’s a tangled web this system.