Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 January 2019
627. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if a matter regarding the case of a person (details supplied) will be addressed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2507/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraAn application for carer's allowance (CA) was received from the person concerned on 3 May 2018.
On the basis of the evidence submitted the deciding officer in the case decided that the requirement for full-time care and attention was not satisfied.
The person concerned was notified on 2 October 2018 of this decision, the reason for it and of their right of review and appeal.
They appealed this decision and submitted additional evidence in support of their appeal. This additional evidence gave a more comprehensive description of the care requirements of the person being cared for, which indicated that full-time care and attention was required.
Accordingly, CA was awarded to the person concerned on 16 January 2019 and first payment will issue to their nominated bank account on 24 January 2018.
Arrears of allowance due from 10 May 2018 to 23 January 2019 have also issued.
The person concerned was notified on 16 January 2018 of this outcome, the reason for it and of their right of review and appeal.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
