Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 12 July 2017
424. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of a carer's allowance application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33390/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraCarer’s allowance was awarded to the person concerned from 5 May 2016. The first payment is expected to issue to their nominated bank account on 20 July 2017.
Arrears of allowance due from 5 May 2016 to 19 July 2017 will also issue on that date. The person concerned was notified on 11 July 2017.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
