Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 June 2016
207. Deputy Bobby Aylward asked the Minister for Social Protection to expedite an application by a person (details supplied) under the disability allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14097/16]
View answerAn application for disability allowance was received from the person in question and, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds.
The person concerned requested a review of the decision by a deciding officer (DO) and submitted additional evidence for consideration. The review has now been concluded by a DO but the outcome is that the decision to refuse on medical grounds has been confirmed. They were notified of this on 1 June 2016 and advised of their right to appeal the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
