102. Deputy Noel Harrington asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the status of an application under the carer's allowance scheme by persons (details supplied) in County Cork in November 2015; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1933/16]

I confirm that the department received an application for carer’s allowance from the person concerned on 3 December 2015. Once processed, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.