Respite Care Grant Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 June 2015

Tuesday, 30 June 2015

Ceisteanna (200)

Michelle Mulherin

Ceist:

200. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the status of an application for a respite care grant in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; if it will be expedited as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26286/15]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection

An application for Respite Care Grant from the person concerned was received in my Department on 14 April 2015 and is currently being processed. A decision on the application will be made shortly, with the person being notified of the decision as soon as possible thereafter.