Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 November 2021
124. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an invalidity pension application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56244/21]
View answerInvalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and for no other reason and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions.
The department received a claim for IP from the person concerned on 19 May 2021. The claim for IP was refused on the grounds that the medical conditions for the scheme are not satisfied. Notification of the decision issued to the person concerned on 24 May 2021 informing her of this decision, the reasons for it and of her right of review and appeal.
The person concerned requested a review of this decision and submitted further medical evidence in support of her request. Following a review of all the information available it has been decided that there is no change to the original decision. She was notified on 15 November 2021 of the outcome of the review and of her right to appeal the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office within 21 days.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
