Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 February 2018
605. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when an application for exceptional needs payment by a person (details supplied) will receive a reply; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6037/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraA Supplementary Welfare Allowance, SWA, exceptional needs payment application was received from the person concerned on 1 February 2018.
The application in this instance for funeral expenses has been refused by the designated person, as the applicants’ spouse is in full-time employment, and as the household income is above the SWA rate by €422.50 per week.
The SWA rate for a couple is €319.10 and this couple’s combined income is €741.60 per week.
A letter of notification has been sent to the person concerned today, which includes information on their right to have this decision reviewed by an independent review officer.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
