Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 April 2015
275. Deputy Pat Breen asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection when a decision on a carer's allowance review will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Clare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15594/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all of the available evidence including that adduced at the oral hearing, has decided to allow the appeal of the person concerned. The person concerned has been notified of the Appeals Officer’s 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 in relation to social welfare entitlements.
