Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 December 2013
166. Deputy Seán Conlan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan has been waiting for an outcome of a review of his or her eligibility for disability allowance since 26 July 2013; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51489/13]
View answerI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all of the available evidence, has decided to allow the appeal of the person concerned by way of a summary decision. The person concerned has been notified of the Appeals Officer’s decision.
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 in relation to social welfare entitlements.
