Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 October 2025
385. Deputy Marie Sherlock asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the status of an application by thalidomide sufferers to a foundation (details supplied); when she expects that the applications will be processed and payments made; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52734/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraSince March of this year, the National Thalidomide Advocacy Office has supported four individuals to apply to Contergan in Germany for recognition that their disabilities are as a result of Thalidomide exposure.
The National Thalidomide Advocacy office received acknowledgements on the 23rd of September 2025 that all four applications have now been received by Contergen.
These applications are currently under review but I do not have any definitive timelines as to when their assessments will be complete.
For clarity, payments would only be made to those individuals who are deemed by Contergan to be Thalidomide survivors.
