Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 4 December 2013
83. Deputy John O'Mahony asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal against a cut in the non-contributory old age pension in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52211/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer on 28 November 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.
