Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 June 2015
206. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if a payment under the carer's allowance scheme will be reviewed in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Laois; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26337/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned was notified on 20 May 2015 that she was awarded a carer’s allowance of €53.70 weekly, which consists of a personal rate of €9.00 and €44.70 for her 3 qualified children.
Carer’s allowance is a means-tested payment. The person in question is receiving a reduced rate of payment as a result of her means from her spouse/partner’s earnings in accordance with the statutory conditions of the scheme and the evidence provided in support of the application.
The person concerned has requested a review of this decision and that review is currently being processed. Once completed, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.
