Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2010
1273 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare currently on disability benefit has entitlement to an invalidity pension; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32742/10]
View answerInvalidity Pension is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the contribution conditions. Entitlement to Invalidity Pension is determined on receipt of a completed application form. An application form for Invalidity Pension was sent directly to the person concerned on Tuesday 21 September 2010. On receipt of the completed application form, his eligibility will be determined and he will be notified directly of the outcome.
