Deserted Wife's Benefit Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 May 2017

Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Questions (311)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

311. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason the deserted wife's benefit was terminated in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24063/17]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

The claim for Deserted Wife’s Benefit was disallowed by a Deciding Officer of the Department on the grounds that the person concerned was cohabiting.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.