James Bannon (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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30. To ask the Minister for Social Protection if she will review a carer's allowance application following new evidence in support of a case in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46422/14]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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I confirm that the department received an application for carer’s allowance from the person in question on the 17th June 2014. The application was sent to a social welfare investigative officer for assessment of the level of care being provided and confirmation that all the conditions for receipt of carer’s allowance were satisfied. The person concerned was subsequently refused carers allowance on the grounds that he was not providing full time care and attention as required. He was notified of this decision on the 16th October 2014, the reason for it and of his right of review or appeal. The person in question requested a review of this decision. However, following review of new evidence provided, the decision of the deciding officer remains unchanged. The person in question was notified of this decision on the 6th November 2014 and of his right of appeal. No notification of appeal has been received to date.