Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2016
475. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of an application by a person (details supplied) under the disability allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9563/16]
View answerThe application for disability allowance (DA) from the person in question, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds in September 2015. On 21 April 2016, the person in question requested a review of the decision by a deciding officer (DO) and submitted additional evidence for consideration. This review is currently with a DO.
The person in question can expect a decision shortly. If the decision to refuse the allowance is confirmed following review, the person concerned will have the right to appeal to the Social Welfare Appeals Office.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
