Barry Cowen
Ceist:271 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will expect a decision on their carer’s allowance application. [28586/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 October 2011
271 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will expect a decision on their carer’s allowance application. [28586/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraI confirm that the Department is in receipt of an application for carer's allowance from the above named person. On completion of the necessary investigations on all aspects of her claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The average time taken to process a claim to completion, including assessment of the claimant's means and the entitlement of the caree to full time care and attention on medical grounds is approximately 16 weeks.