Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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307. To ask the Minister for Social Protection if he will expedite an application for carer's allowance for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39713/16]

Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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I confirm that my department received an application for carer’s allowance (CA) from the person concerned on 20 April 2016. The application was referred to a local social welfare inspector (SWI) to assess the level of care being provided, assess means and confirm that all the conditions for receipt of carer’s allowance are satisfied. I can confirm that the SWI has completed the investigation and has received all outstanding documentation requested. The SWI will submit the report on this case to the deciding officer as soon as possible so that a decision on the case may be made. The person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

Should you need further assistance with this query please do not hesitate to contact Philip in my office.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.