Disability Allowance Applications

Friday, 6 September 2019

Questions (1839)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

1839. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the status of a disability allowance application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35624/19]

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Written answers

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

Following the submission of further medical evidence by the person concerned, their case has been reviewed and they have been awarded disability allowance with effect from 23 January 2019. The first payment was made on 28 August 2019.

Arrears of payment due issued to the person concerned on 23 August 2019.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Question No. 1840 answered with Question No. 1769.

Question No. 1841 answered with Question No. 1764.