Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 July 2016
326. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection to expedite a decision on an application under the carer’s allowance scheme submitted in April 2016 for a terminally ill person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23574/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraCarer’s allowance was awarded to the person concerned on 14 July 2016 and the first payment is due to issue to their nominated bank account on 21 July 2016.
Arrears of allowance due from 5 May 2016 to 20 July 2016 have also issued. The person concerned was notified of these details on 14 July 2016.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
