Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 March 2015
249. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the position regarding appeal against refusal of jobseeker's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; if it will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12151/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer 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 in relation to social welfare entitlements.
