Robert Troy
Ceist:148. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite an application for domiciliary care allowance in respect of a person (details supplied). [44829/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 November 2014
148. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite an application for domiciliary care allowance in respect of a person (details supplied). [44829/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all the evidence has allowed the appeal of the person concerned. The person concerned has been notified of the decision.
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 on social welfare entitlements.