Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 June 2013
438. Deputy Tom Fleming asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite a farm assist appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27457/13]
View answerI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an oral hearing of the appeal of the person concerned took place on 4 June 2013 and the Appeals Officer is now considering the appeal in the light of all the evidence submitted, including that adduced at the hearing. The person concerned will be notified of the Appeals Officer decision when the appeal has been determined.
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.
