Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 February 2017
168. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of an application for disability allowance in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7585/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe application for disability allowance (DA) for this lady, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds. Notification of this decision and the reason(s) for it issued to the person concerned on 12 January 2017.
The person in question has lodged an appeal with the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO). All the relevant papers requested by that Office are being prepared and will be submitted by the Department shortly. The SWAO will be in touch with the person in due course in relation to the progress of the appeal.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
