Social Welfare Code Issues

Thursday, 22 November 2012

Questions (113)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

113. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the particular elements of the habitual residency condition that were not satisfied in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51960/12]

View answer

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

It was determined that the person concerned did not satisfy the criteria for habitual residence in this state on the grounds that her main centre of interest has not been established as Ireland. The person concerned can appeal this decision to the Social Welfare Appeals Office.