Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2013
694. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decison will be made on an appeal for invalidy pension in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Carlow; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17646/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all the available evidence disallowed the appeal of the person concerned by way of summary decision. The person concerned was notified of the Appeals Officer decision.
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.
