Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 4 Jul 2001

Vol. 540 No. 2

Written Answers. - Mobility Allowance.

Willie Penrose

Ceist:

176 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Health and Children if an application for mobility allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath has been received by the Midland Health Board; if so, when a final decision will be made thereon; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20387/01]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The assessment of entitlement to and payment of mobility allowance is a matter for the relevant health board. Accordingly, the Deputy's question has been referred to the chief executive officer of the Midland Health Board with a request that he examine the query and reply directly to the Deputy, as a matter of urgency.