Niamh Smyth
Question:607. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection for an update on an invalidity pension application (details supplied). [28268/26]
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Invalidity 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 person concerned has been awarded IP with effect from 5 March 2026 and will receive first payment to their nominated bank account on 30 April 2026. All arrears due for the period 5 March 2026 to 29 April 2026 will issue shortly after first payment date. The person referred to was notified of this decision on 16 April 2026.