Respite Care Grant Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 June 2016

Tuesday, 14 June 2016

Ceisteanna (323)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

323. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of an application by a person (details supplied) under the respite care grant scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15928/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

An application for the Carer’s Support Grant (formerly called Respite Care Grant) was received in my Department on 6th April 2016. This application is being processed as expeditiously as possible and a decision will be made shortly.