Brendan Smith
Question:712. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the status of the application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14588/26]
View answerTuesday, 24 February 2026
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Carer's Allowance (CA) is a means-tested social assistance payment made to a person who is habitually resident in the State and who is providing full-time care and attention to a child or an adult who has such a disability that as a result they require that level of care.
I can confirm that an application for CA was received from the person concerned on 20 January 2026.
It is a condition for receipt of CA that every claimant shall furnish such certificates, documents, information, and evidence as may be required for the purposes of deciding their claim. A request for further information issued to the person concerned on 28 January 2026.
Once the information requested is received, a decision will be made, and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.