Disability Allowance

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 June 2012

Thursday, 28 June 2012

Ceisteanna (116)

Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

118 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress, if any, in the determination of entitlement to disability allowance in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31462/12]

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Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The person concerned has recently been awarded disability allowance. Weekly payment will commence on 18 July 2012. Any arrears due to the person concerned will issue shortly after that date. The person has been notified directly in writing of this decision.

Question No. 119 withdrawn.