John Perry (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 386: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if he will ensure that a person (details supplied) in County Sligo will be awarded the illness benefit as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40203/10]

Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that, following receipt of the grounds of appeal from the person concerned, the relevant Departmental papers and comments of the Department have been sought. On receipt of its response the case will be referred to an Appeals Officer for early consideration. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.