Living Alone Allowance

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 April 2018

Tuesday, 17 April 2018

Questions (1403)

Tom Neville

Question:

1403. Deputy Tom Neville asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if payments will issue in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15145/18]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (Deputy Finian McGrath)

The person concerned has been awarded Living Alone Allowance (LAA) with effect from 21 February 2018. A letter issued to this gentleman informing him of this on 15 March 2018.

Arrears of payment due issued to the person concerned on 15 March 2018.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy