Domiciliary Care Allowance Review

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 October 2012

Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Questions (380)

David Stanton

Question:

380. Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress that has been made by her Department with the review of the domiciliary care allowance scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46539/12]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

I understand that the review of the operation of the domiciliary care allowance scheme is progressing well in accordance with to work plan. The working group is due to submit its report by the end of the year.