Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 July 2014
119. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection when child benefit will be restored in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28921/14]
View answerChild benefit is payable in respect of children who are ordinarily resident in the State.
The Child benefit section was advised that the child concerned was attending school in Spain. Following investigation, it has been established that the child is residing in Spain for educational purposes only and is therefore considered to be ordinarily resident in the state. As a result, child benefit has been restored and arrears due for July 2014, amounting to €130.00, will be available for collection at the nominated Post Office on or after 8 July 2014.
