Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 January 2013
147. Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an oral hearing in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Clare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3361/13]
View answerThe Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in this case.
Every effort is being made to hear the case as quickly as possible and the appellant will be informed when arrangements have been made.
The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.
