Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 May 2024
217. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if a living alone increase payment for a widower (details supplied) will be backdated to the date of death of their spouse; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20947/24]
View answerAn application for the living alone increase was received from the person concerned on 21 February 2024.
The allowance was awarded with effect from 25 August 2023, which included 6 months backdating from the date of receipt of the application.
Following a review, the allowance was backdated to 30 November 2018. The person concerned has been notified in writing. The arrears due will issue without delay.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
