Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 February 2017
157. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Social Protection when payment will be made in respect of carer's allowance to a person (details supplied) after an appeal was successful; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7874/17]
View answerAn application for carer's allowance (CA) was received from the person concerned on 10 August 2015.
As a result of an appeals officer’s decision, the application was awarded to the person concerned on 15 February 2017 and the first payment will issue to her nominated post office on 23 February 2017. Arrears for the period 13 August 2015 to 22 February 2017 will issue shortly.
The person concerned was notified on 15 February 2017 of this decision.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
