Partial Capacity Benefit Scheme Applications

Tuesday, 13 November 2018

Questions (561)

Joe Carey

Question:

561. Deputy Joe Carey asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when a decision will be reached on a partial capacity benefit for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46788/18]

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Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

With regard to the application for Partial Capacity Benefit (PCB) for the person concerned, a Medical Assessor is currently reviewing the medical report. Upon receipt of the MA's findings, the PCB claim will be processed as a matter of urgency.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.