Exceptional Needs Payment Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 July 2017

Wednesday, 5 July 2017

Ceisteanna (249)

Pearse Doherty

Ceist:

249. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason a person (details supplied) in County Donegal was refused an exceptional needs payment to purchase special equipment for a child with cerebral palsy; if this decision will be reconsidered in the event that supporting medical evidence is provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31662/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

I wish to advise the Deputy that the person concerned was not refused an exceptional needs payment in respect of special equipment for a child with cerebral palsy.

An application for an Exceptional Needs Payment was made on 29 June 2017 and a decision is expected to be taken this week, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

I trust that this clarifies the matter.