Disability Allowance Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 May 2017

Tuesday, 16 May 2017

Questions (273)

Brendan Howlin

Question:

273. Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Social Protection when arrears will issue to a person (details supplied) under the disability allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23096/17]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Social Protection

This gentleman has been awarded disability allowance with effect from 8 February 2017. Arrears of payment due have been issued to his home address by cheque on 6 May 2017.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.