Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 February 2018
550. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when an exceptional needs payment will issue in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8366/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned submitted an application for Supplementary Welfare Allowance to assist with funeral expenses on the 13th of February 2018.
A decision to award the claim was made by the designated person on the 13th of February 2018 and a payment was issued to the person concerned in the amount of €2,500 that day.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the deputy.
