Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 May 2026
741. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection if decisions in relation to the heating supplement are or have ever been subject to an appeals process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38942/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder the Supplementary Welfare Allowance scheme, my Department may award a supplement to assist with on going or recurring costs that cannot be met from the person's own resources and are deemed to be necessary. This can include a Heating Supplement where a person has need for additional heating due to ill health or infirmity.
Determinations made by Designated Persons in relation to claims made under Section 198 of the Social Welfare (Consolidation Act) 2005 i.e. all Supplements, can be appealed to the Social Welfare Appeals Office under Section 311 of that Act.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
