Carer's Allowance Appeals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 February 2013

Tuesday, 12 February 2013

Questions (382)

Michael McGrath

Question:

382. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a carer's allowance appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [7057/13]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all the available evidence disallowed the appeal of the person concerned by way of summary decision. The person concerned has been notified of the Appeals Officer decision.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.