Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 February 2019
260. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae 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. [7570/19]
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 person concerned on 24 September 2018. This application was disallowed on the grounds that the contribution conditions for the scheme were not satisfied. He was notified on 20 November 2018 of this decision, the reasons for it and of his right of review and appeal.
The person concerned requested a review of this decision and submitted further evidence in support of his request. Following a review of all the information available the deciding officer is satisfied that the conditions for the scheme are satisfied.
The gentleman referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from 27 September 2018. Payment will issue to his nominated bank account on 28 February 2019. Any arrears due from 27 September 2018 to 27 February 2019 will issue as soon as possible. The gentleman in question was notified of this decision on 13 February 2019.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
