Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2012
379 Deputy Billy Timmins asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appointment in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Wicklow; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20338/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all the available evidence allowed the appeal of the person concerned by way of summary decision. Notification of the Appeals Officer decision, issued to the person concerned on 20th April 2012. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.
