Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 January 2017
147. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason for refusal of a disability allowance in the case of a person (details supplied); if it will be reviewed as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3294/17]
View answerThe application for disability allowance (DA) from this lady, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds and the person concerned was notified in writing of this decision on 9 January 2017.
On the basis of the request by the Deputy, this decision is currently being reviewed by a deciding officer. The person in question can expect a decision on the review of her DA application 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 trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
