Invalidity Pension Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 January 2019

Tuesday, 15 January 2019

Questions (1085)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

1085. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the progress to date in the determination of an application for invalidity pension in the case of a person (details supplied); if an interim payment can be arranged in view of the length of time taken to process the application and the hardship being caused in this instance as a result thereof; when the application is likely to conclude in view of the clear medical evidence in this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1163/19]

Written answers

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

The gentleman referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from 30 August 2018. Payment will issue to his nominated bank account on 24 January 2019. Any arrears due from 30 August 2018 to 23 January 2019 will issue as soon as possible. The gentleman in question was notified of this decision on the 10 January 2019.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.