Disability Allowance Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 February 2014

Thursday, 27 February 2014

Ceisteanna (138)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

138. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding eligibility for disability allowance in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10178/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

An application for disability allowance was received from the person concerned on 14 January 2014. The application, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds and the person was notified in writing of this decision on 25 February 2014.