The Welfare Reform Bill proposes replacing the severe and enhanced disability premiums that currently go to disabled parents with its universal credit scheme in 2013.
But in a letter to welfare reform minister Lord Freud, which has been leaked to The Guardian, Loughton said the move would leave young carers out of pocket and undermine government policy to ensure they are effectively supported and recognised.
He warned Lord Freud that by cutting financial support to young carers and their parents this could lead to greater costs for health and children’s services.
The Children’s Society has welcomed Loughton’s comments. The charity estimates that around 42,000 children will lose out if the bill becomes law without an amendment to protect young carers.
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