Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 November 2023
293. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite a decision regarding an application for disability allowance by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49461/23]
View answerIn May 2022, my Department conducted a medical review of the customer concerned in relation to their continued entitlement to Disability Allowance (DA).
Based on the evidence submitted by the customer, she was found to be not substantially restricted in seeking suitable employment, by reason of a specified disability, which is expected to last for a period of at least one year. As a result of this determination, her entitlement to DA was terminated on 17 October 2023. She subsequently appealed this decision, and a review was undertaken.
Further medical evidence was submitted by the customer on 23 October 2023. This is currently with the Department’s Medical Assessors for their opinion. Based on the opinion of the MA, a Deciding Officer will determine whether the claim will be reinstated, or the case will be referred to the Social Welfare Appeals Office for an appeal on the decision.
Once this review is completed, the person concerned will be notified of the outcome in writing.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
