Carer's Allowance Delays

Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Ceisteanna (397)

Sean Conlan

Ceist:

397. Deputy Seán Conlan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason for the delay in processing an application for carer's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52605/12]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

I confirm that the department received an application for carer’s allowance from the person in question on the 5th April 2012. The application is with a deciding officer for a decision. Once processed, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.