Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 February 2023
409. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress to date in the determination of an application for disability allowance in the case of a person (details supplied); when the application will be finalised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7016/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraI can confirm that the Department received an application for disability allowance (DA) from the person concerned on 02 December 2022
On 13 December 2022, the person concerned was requested to supply supporting documentation required by the deciding officer in order to make a decision on his eligibility.
On 04 January 2023, the person concerned called the office asking for an extension of 21 days as they were not in a position to supply the requested information by the deadline given.
On 10 January 2023, further information was received and a decision was made by the deciding officer.
Based upon all the evidence submitted, the application was refused on medical grounds as it was found that they were not substantially restricted in taking up employment and on the grounds that they did not satisfy the conditions of being habitually resident in the state.
The person concerned was notified in writing of this decision on 09 February 2023 and was also notified of their right to request a review of this decision or to appeal it to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO).
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
