Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 June 2013
230. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Social Protection when an application for a non-contributory widow's pension will be approved in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Laois; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28917/13]
View answerI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an oral hearing of the appeal of the person concerned took place on 21st February 2013. The Appeals Officer referred the case back to Widows Non Contributory Section for clarification on certain issues on 14th March 2013. On receipt of their response, the case will be further considered by the Appeals Officer. 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.
