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Carer’s Allowance

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 June 2012

Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Ceisteanna (300, 301, 302)

Michael McGrath

Ceist:

388 Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for carer’s allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [29617/12]

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Freagraí scríofa

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of an application for carer's allowance from the person in question. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of her case a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

Peter Mathews

Ceist:

389 Deputy Peter Mathews asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding carer’s allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 14; when a decision will issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29618/12]

Amharc ar fhreagra

The person concerned was refused carer's allowance on the ground that the care recipient is not so disabled as to require full time care and attention as prescribed in regulations. He was notified of this decision, the reason for it and of his right of review or appeal. Additional medical evidence was received and this information has been forwarded to the medical assessor for further consideration. The person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome of this review in due course.

Paul Connaughton

Ceist:

390 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Social Protection when an application for carer’s allowance will be finalised in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29620/12]

Amharc ar fhreagra

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of an application for carer's allowance from the person in question. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of the case a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

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