I have been just awarded half rate carers allowance, which I applied for in September. Does anybody know how long it takes for the arrears to be paid out. I have been told by SW, that they can not comment, as it depends on the deciding officer, and how fast or slow they pass on the paperwork
If it took 3 months to decide the calim, there may be backlogs in Carer's Section. I'm only guessing but, if that is the case, then the priority would be the awarding of claims before dealing with issuing arrears.