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Social Welfare Benefits

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 November 2021

Tuesday, 16 November 2021

Questions (386)

Michael Lowry

Question:

386. Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will examine the case of a person (details supplied) [55721/21]

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Written answers

Following a review of the Illness Benefit claim from the person concerned, a decision was made that they are capable of work and as such are not entitled to Illness Benefit from the 28th July 2021.

A self-assessment form submitted by the person, along with medical reports submitted by the person's GP and a medical assessment from the Department's medical assessor were considered. After examining all the evidence provided, it was the Deciding Officer's decision that the person was not incapable of work.

A letter issued to the person concerned on the 22nd July 2021 informing them of this decision. This letter outlines their right to have this decision internally reviewed by a Deciding Officer from the Department or to appeal the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office. To date the Department has not received a request for review or appeal from the person concerned.

I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.

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