Disability Allowance Payments

Tuesday, 13 December 2016

Questions (273)

Martin Kenny

Question:

273. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will prioritise the case of a person (details supplied) in order that they will receive payment in time for Christmas. [39393/16]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Social Protection

This lady has been awarded disability allowance with effect from 13 April 2016. The first payment will be made by her chosen payment method on 4 January 2017.

Arrears of payment due will issue as soon as possible once any necessary adjustment is calculated and applied in respect of any overlapping payments or in respect of outstanding overpayments (if applicable).

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.