Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 November 2014
169. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the status of an appeal to the social welfare appeals office in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; if it will be expedited due to the hardship the person is experiencing [41170/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all of the available evidence, has decided to allow the appeal of the person concerned by way of a summary decision. The person concerned has been notified of the Appeals Officer’s 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 in relation to social welfare entitlements.
