Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 378: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if the decision to refuse one parent family allowance in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare was based on actual factual evidence and verified or if the decision was based on allegations made by a person or persons with an ulterior motive; in the event of the latter will payment be restored forthwith or failing that will supplementary welfare payment be made while an appeal is pending; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18811/11]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The decision to disallow one parent family payment was based on a report of a social welfare inspector, following an investigation which included a home visit to the person concerned. Her claim was disallowed because she failed to submit documentation requested by an inspector and because she is co-habiting with her partner.

No appeal has been lodged to date.