Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 February 2019
704. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if she will address a matter regarding the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6345/19]
View answerThe gentleman concerned was awarded Invalidity Pension (IP) from 14 June 2018 at the maximum weekly personal rate of €203.50 with first payment issuing to his nominated bank account on 14 June 2018.
The gentleman concerned was in receipt of an increase for qualified children (IQC) on his claim for Illness Benefit. A review of his entitlement to IQC was carried out and it was disallowed as his spouse's means were deemed to be in excess of the statutory limit for receipt. He was notified on 24 July 2018 of this decision and of his right of review and appeal to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office.
The gentleman concerned remains in receipt of IP at the maximum personal rate.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
