Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2016
399. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress to date in determination of an appeal in the case of persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26922/16]
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 disallow 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.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
