Illness Benefit Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 September 2018

Wednesday, 26 September 2018

Questions (234)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

234. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if and when an application for illness benefit will be processed in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39005/18]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection

The Illness Benefit claim for the person concerned has been processed and he is in receipt of his full entitlement under the scheme. All arrears owing have now been paid.

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.