Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 March 2016
25. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the status of a payment to a person (details supplied) in County Kerry under the family income supplement scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5064/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an oral hearing of the appeal of the person concerned took place on 8 March 2016 and that the Appeals Officer is now considering the appeal in the light of all of the evidence submitted, including that adduced at the oral hearing. The person concerned will be notified of the Appeals Officer’s decision when the appeal has been determined.
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.
