Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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306. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the status of an application by a person (details supplied) under the carer's benefit scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23396/16]

Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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Firstly, on behalf of myself and my department, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of the deceased on their recent bereavement.

Carer's benefit was awarded to the person concerned on 21 June 2016 with effect from 5 May 2016. The first payment issued to their nominated bank account on 21 June 2016.

Arrears of allowance due from 20 June 2016 to 3 August 2016 have also issued to the bank. This payment includes six weeks payment after the death of the care recipient. I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.