Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2015
207. Deputy John O'Mahony asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive a decision on an appeal in respect of a family income supplement; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21703/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that in appeals for Family Income Supplement, where it appears that the reason for the decision may not have been fully understood, the letter of appeal is referred to Family Income Supplement section requesting that the decision be clarified to the appellant. The person is advised that if he is still not satisfied following receipt of this clarification that the appeal will be formally registered and processed.
In the case of the person concerned his letter of appeal was forwarded to Family Income Supplement section for clarification on 2 June 2015. The additional correspondence submitted by the T.D. has now been forwarded to Family Income Supplement section.
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.
