Deserted Wife's Benefit Eligibility

Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Ceisteanna (311)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

311. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason the deserted wife's benefit was terminated in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24063/17]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

The claim for Deserted Wife’s Benefit was disallowed by a Deciding Officer of the Department on the grounds that the person concerned was cohabiting.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.