Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 April 2024
778. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection to provide an update with regard to a person (details supplied) who has applied for invalidity pension; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14561/24]
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 21 November 2023. This claim was refused on 15 January 2024 on the grounds that the medical conditions for the scheme were not satisfied. The person concerned was notified on 15 January 2024 of this decision, the reasons for it and of their right of review and/or appeal. No request for a review of this decision has been received and no request for an appeal has been made to the Social Welfare Appeals Office.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
