Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2022
443. Deputy Anne Rabbitte asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) can expect a decision on a disability allowance to be completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [59372/22]
View answerThe person concerned submitted an application for disability allowance (DA) on 21 July 2022. Their application, based upon all the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds as it was not found that they were substantially restricted in taking up employment.
The person concerned was notified in writing of this decision on 01 October 2022 and was also notified of their right to request a review of this decision or to appeal it to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO).
An appeal was lodged with the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO) on 22 November 2022.
The person concerned should ensure that all information relevant to their appeal has been submitted to the Social Welfare Appeals Office quoting reference number 22/22835.
I trust this clarifies the matter.
