Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 February 2015
74. Deputy Tom Fleming asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite a disability appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8434/15]
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 was notified of the Appeals Officer’s decision on 19th February 2015.
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.
