Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023
728. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be made on the review requested on behalf of a person (details supplied) who is in receipt of a State pension (contributory) and,, as a result of an error, has had their qualified adult allowance stopped; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47744/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned is in receipt of an Increase for a Qualified Adult (IQA) on their State Pension (Contributory).
The increase for qualified adult is a means-tested payment, payable to a claimant whose spouse, civil partner or cohabitant is being wholly or mainly maintained by them, and where that qualified adult’s personal means from any source does not exceed the means limit. Where a qualified adult has weekly means in excess of €310 per week, this exceeds the means limit and there is no entitlement to an IQA payment.
As part of my Department’s commitment to ensuring that claimants are receiving their full and correct entitlements, ongoing reviews are carried out.
The IQA was reviewed on 23 May 2023. Based on the information provided, it was determined that the IQA would cease as the means exceeded the limit. Following a review, the payment has been re-instated at the maximum weekly rate. Any arrears due will issue without delay.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
