Michael Healy-Rae
Ceist:1136. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will address the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43297/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 8 September 2022
Ceisteanna (1136)
Freagraí scríofa
The person concerned is currently in receipt of Disability Allowance and is working part time. While out of work due to covid-19, an application for Enhanced Illness Benefit was received in respect of this person. The full rate of Enhanced Illness Benefit cannot be paid in addition to Disability Allowance, however a top up payment can be made to bring the total weekly social welfare payments for an individual up to €350.00 per week.
The person concerned made an application for Enhanced Illness Benefit from the 28th March 2022 to the 3rd April 2022, which was processed and paid in April 2022.
The person concerned has made a second application for Enhanced Illness Benefit from the 8th August 2022. However, my Department has not yet received appropriate medical certification to support this claim. Medical certification from a GP is required in order to process an application for Enhanced Illness Benefit.
Once my department has received the required medical certification, her claim can be processed and all arrears due to her will issue.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.