Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 December 2011
155 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for carer’s allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo and if it will be expedited as matter of urgency. [38375/11]
View answerI confirm than an application for carer's allowance has been received from the person concerned. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of her claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.
156 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for rent allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38376/11]
View answerThe person concerned made an application for rent supplement on 27th October 2011. Her claim was awarded on 30th November and the person concerned is now in receipt of her full entitlement to rent supplement based on her household circumstances.
