Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 July 2016
327. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection the current status of an application by a person (details supplied) under the carer's allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23575/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraCarer’s allowance was awarded to the person concerned on 12 July 2016 and payment in respect of weeks commencing the 14 and 21 July is due to issue to their nominated bank account on 21 July 2016.
Arrears of allowance due from 7 April 2016 to 13 July 2016 have issued by cheque. The person concerned was notified of these details on 12 July 2016.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
