Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 March 2024
128. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an application for invalidity pension by a person in County Kerry (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11103/24]
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.
My Department received an application for IP for the person concerned on 23 January 2024. The medical reports were referred to my Department's Medical Review & Assessment team on 26 February 2024 for their medical opinion on her suitability for IP. As soon as the medical opinion is given, a Deciding Officer will be in a position to make a decision on the person's application and will notify her directly of this decision.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
