Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 March 2012
149 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for carer’s allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Roscommon; the reason for the delay; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17096/12]
View answerThe person in question was refused carer's allowance on the grounds that the care recipient is not so disabled as to require full-time care and attention as prescribed in regulations. On 11th January 2012, she was notified of this decision, the reasons for it and of her right of review/appeal within 21 days.
Additional medical evidence was received and forwarded to the Medical Assessor for further consideration.
The outcome of the review is due shortly.
