Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2026
839. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Social Protection if a full disability allowance payment can be urgently reinstated for a person living in poverty; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11631/26]
View answerDisability Allowance (DA) is a weekly allowance paid to people with a specified disability who are aged 16 or over and under the age of 66. This disability must be expected to last for at least one year and the allowance is subject to a medical assessment, means test and Habitual Residency conditions.
Based on the information provided by the person concerned to my Department, the maximum personal rate of DA has been applied to their payment with effect from 5 November 2025. The first payment of the new rate will be made by her chosen payment method on 18 February 2026. Any arrears due will also issue on that date or shortly afterwards.
The person concerned was notified of the decision in writing on 10 February 2026.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
