Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 November 2023
300. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if a review can be undertaken of the recent decision to refuse an application for an invalidity pension in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49813/23]
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 an application for IP from the person concerned on 25 September 2023. Based on the information supplied, it was refused on the grounds that the medical conditions for the scheme were not satisfied. Notification of the decision issued to the person in question on 21 October 2023 along with the reasons why the medical conditions for the scheme were not satisfied. This letter also advised of her right to seek a review of this decision or to appeal it to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office. No such request has been received to date.
If a review of this decision is requested, the person concerned will need to submit additional medical evidence in support of any review of the decision to refuse her application.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
