Farm Assist Scheme Appeals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 December 2013

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Questions (102)

Paul Connaughton

Question:

102. Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be made regarding an appeal for farm assist in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53482/13]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all of the available evidence including that adduced at the oral hearing, has decided to disallow the appeal of the person concerned. The person concerned was notified of the Appeals Officer’s decision on 9th December 2013.

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.