Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 May 2023
190. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an application for an invalidity pension by a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21010/23]
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.
My Department received the initial application for IP from the person on 15 February 2023. On 5 April 2023, this individual submitted the required GP report to support their application. The claim was refused on the grounds that the medical conditions for the scheme were not satisfied.
A notification of the decision issued to the person concerned on 2 May 2023 informing them of this decision, the reasons for it and of their right to request a review and/or appeal of this decision. I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
