Michael Ring
Question:139 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs when an oral hearing will be scheduled for a person (details supplied) in County Mayo to finalise their carer’s allowance appeal. [21366/06]
View answerThursday, 1 June 2006
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The person's application for carer's allowance was disallowed by a Deciding Officer on the grounds that he is employed outside the home for more than ten hours per week.
The person appealed this decision to the Social Welfare Appeals Office. In accordance with the statutory requirements the relevant departmental papers, including a submission from the Deciding Officer were sought. The papers have been referred to the Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in the case. The hearing will be arranged as soon as possible.
Under Social Welfare Legislation decisions in relation to claims must be made by Deciding Officers and Appeals Officers. These officers are statutorily appointed and I have no role in regard to making such decisions.