Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 January 2024
406. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on the review of an invalidity pension application in respect of a person in County Kerry (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2967/24]
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.The Department received a claim for IP for the person referred to on 20 September 2023. The claim was refused on the grounds that the medical conditions for the scheme were not satisfied. Notification issued to the person concerned on 11 December 2023 informing her of this decision, the reasons for it and of her right of review and appeal.
Following the submission of further medical evidence, a deciding officer has reviewed entitlement to IP and, based on all information to hand, has decided that the original decision to refuse her claim remains unchanged. Notification issued to the person concerned on 15 January 2024 informing her of this decision, the reasons for it and of her right of further review and appeal.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
