Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 April 2022
323. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Social Protection if full benefit will be restored in the case of a person (details supplied) until such time as there is an outcome to their appeal; and if she will expedite the matter.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18970/22]
View answerFollowing a review of the entitlement of the person concerned, it was found that she had a decrease in her means from her previous assessment. Based on the information provided to the Department, an increased personal rate of disability allowance (DA) was awarded with effect from 16 March 2022.
The person concerned was notified in writing of this decision on 31 March 2022 and was also notified of their right to request a further review of this decision or to appeal it to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO). No request for an appeal or review has been received to date.
Arrears of allowance due issued by cheque to the person concerned on 31 March 2022.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
