166. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Social Protection his plans to improve the carer's benefit scheme, with particular reference to the need to extend the time period of 104 weeks, in view of the fact this scheme has been particularly beneficial for many parents who have employment opportunities and whereby flexible working arrangements are available; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this scheme is helpful to parents with a child with a disability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14549/17]

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166. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Social Protection his plans to improve the carer's benefit scheme, with particular reference to the need to extend the time period of 104 weeks, in view of the fact this scheme has been particularly beneficial for many parents who have employment opportunities and whereby flexible working arrangements are available; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this scheme is helpful to parents with a child with a disability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14549/17]

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