asked the Minister for Health the reason for the extraordinary delay in processing the application by a person (details supplied) in Dublin 1 for disabled persons maintenance allowance; when the decision on this application will be made; when payments will issue and arrears be discharged; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Written Answers. - Social Welfare Benefit.
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Payment of disabled persons' maintenance allowance in any individual case is a matter for the health board concerned. Accordingly, the Deputy's question has been referred to the chief executive officer, Eastern Health Board, with a request that he examine the matter and reply directly to the Deputy.