Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 June 2022
1083. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be made on the invalidity pension backdating request of a person (details supplied); the reason for the delay in making a decision in this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29127/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraInvalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and for no other reason and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions.
The Department received a claim for IP from the person concerned on 27 November 2019 and she was awarded IP from 28 November 2019. A request for backdating of the IP claim has now been reviewed by a Deciding Officer who, having taken into consideration all information provided, has decided that there are no grounds for backdating the claim. Notification issued to the person concerned on 1 June 2022 informing her of this decision, the reasons for it and of her right of a further review and appeal.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
