John McGuinness
Question:212. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite an application for carer's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Carlow. [41791/14]
View answerTuesday, 4 November 2014
Questions (212)
Written answers
I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all of the available evidence, including that adduced at the oral hearing, has decided to allow the appeal of the person concerned. The person concerned has been notified of the Appeals Officer’s 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 in relation to social welfare entitlements.
Question No. 213 withdrawn.