Guardian's Payment

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 July 2016

Thursday, 21 July 2016

Questions (359)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

359. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the payment available in respect of the family of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24010/16]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

I understand the Deputy is asking about the possibility of Guardian’s payment for the person concerned. A decision on entitlement to a guardian’s payment can only be made following receipt of a completed application form by the Department of Social Protection. Accordingly, an application form for a guardian’s payment has been sent to the person concerned.

On receipt of the completed form, a Deciding Officer will examine the person’s eligibility for the scheme and make a decision on their entitlement.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.