Michael Ring
Ceist:907 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will be approved and awarded farm assist. [31050/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 16 September 2009
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Freagraí scríofa
The farm assist claim from the person concerned was awarded on 18 August, 2009. His current weekly rate of payment is €111.90. This payment includes increases in respect of a qualified adult and children, less weekly means of €280.00. His first payment, which included all arrears due, issued to him on 21 August, 2009. Under Social Welfare legislation decisions in relation to claims must be made by Deciding Officers and Appeals Officers. These officers are statutorily appointed and I have no role in regard to making such decisions.