Social Welfare Appeals

Tuesday, 13 December 2011

Questions (204)

John Lyons

Question:

211 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Social Protection the reasons a review entitlement for the back to school clothing and footwear allowance was unsuccessful in respect of persons (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [39505/11]

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Written answers

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The person concerned was refused payment of back to school clothing and footwear allowance on the grounds that the household income exceeded the limit allowable for their family composition and size. This decision was upheld on review.