Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 October 2009
247 Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the position in relation to the second illness benefit appeal for a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and when a medical assessment will be arranged. [37569/09]
View answerI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that, in accordance with statutory requirements, the Department was asked for the documentation in the case and the Deciding Officer's comments on the grounds of the appeal. In that context, an examination by another medical assessor will be carried out. The person concerned will be notified when arrangements for the examination have been completed.
The Social Welfare Appeals Office is an office of the Department that is independently responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.
248 Deputy Edward O’Keeffe asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the position regarding an appeal lodged in respect of jobseeker’s allowance by persons (details supplied) in County Cork. [37579/09]
View answerI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all the evidence has allowed the appeal of the person concerned. The person concerned will be notified of the decision.
The Social Welfare Appeals Office is an office of the Department that is independently responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.
