Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
2570. Deputy Willie Penrose asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the status of an application for an invalidity pension by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35112/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraInvalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions.
A claim for IP was received from the lady concerned on the 04 May 2018. Following the completion of a social welfare inspector’s report on her circumstances, two medical report forms have been issued to the lady concerned for completion. On receipt of the completed forms, her application will be processed as quickly as possible and she will be notified directly of the outcome.
In the meantime, she is in receipt of a weekly illness benefit payment.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
