Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 November 2024
632. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Social Protection to provide an update on a carer’s allowance application for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44022/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraCarer's Allowance 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 two applications for Carer's Allowance were received from the person concerned on 22 October 2024.
The person concerned was awarded Carer's Allowance in respect of two carees from 24 October 2024.
The first payment will issue to the nominated bank account of the person concerned on 31 October 2024.
The person concerned was notified of this decision in writing on 24 October 2024.
I hope this clarifies the position for the deputy.
