Carer's Benefit Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 January 2013

Wednesday, 16 January 2013

Questions (444)

James Bannon

Question:

444. Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for carer's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58100/12]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

There is no record of a carer’s allowance or carer’s benefit application from the person in question. If the person concerned wishes to apply for either scheme they should complete an application form and return it to the Department as soon as possible.