Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2014
161. Deputy Frank Feighan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will provide an update on an application for a carer's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Roscommon. [40130/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer on 07 October 2014, who will make a summary decision on the appeal based on the documentary evidence presented or, if required, hold an oral hearing.
The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions in relation to social welfare entitlements.
