Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2022
462. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Social Protection if her attention has been drawn to the ten week backlog in the processing of illness-benefit claims at present (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27539/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe majority of Illness Benefit claims are automatically processed where an application has been received and an e-Cert has been submitted by a GP.
Processing statistics for Illness Benefit, which includes Enhanced Illness Benefit, show that 82% of claims are currently being awarded within a week.
If the Deputy wishes to provide details of the person concerned I will arrange to have my officials examine the particular case.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
