Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 June 2013
148. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an appeal of a decision of an application for jobseeker's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31089/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer on 6th June 2013, who will make a summary decision on the appeal based on the documentary evidence presented or, if required, hold an oral hearing.
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.
