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Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: This gentleman submitted an application for disability allowance on 7 June 2016. The application, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused as he was deemed to have means in excess of the statutory limit for his circumstances. He was notified in writing of this decision on 26 January 2017 and of his rights of review and appeal. I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The lady referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from the 13 October 2016. Payment will issue to her nominated bank account on the 16 February 2017. Any arrears due from 13 October 2016 to 15 February 2017 (less any overlapping social welfare payment and/or outstanding overpayment) will issue in due course. The lady in question was notified of this decision on the 31...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: Invalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions. The department is required to carry out periodic reviews to confirm that recipients continue to satisfy the conditions for receipt of their payments. A review of the continued medical...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Welfare Benefits Eligibility (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The person concerned is in receipt of Invalidity Pension (IP). Partial Capacity Benefit (PCB) is a Social Welfare scheme which allows a person, who may not have full capacity for work, return to employment and continue to receive a payment from my Department. A person who applies for PCB will, in the first instance, be assessed by a medical assessor who will assess the restriction on their...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disabled Drivers and Passengers Scheme (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Drivers and Passengers with Disabilities Tax Relief Scheme, which is operated by the Revenue Commissioners, is the responsibility of my colleague, the Minister for Finance. To qualify for the Scheme, an applicant must be in possession of a Primary Medical Certificate. To qualify for a Primary Medical Certificate, an applicant must be permanently and severely disabled within the terms of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services Provision (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Services Provision (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Services Funding (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: I was pleased to visit COPE Foundation on 12 January 2017. My itinerary included a walk through of the Montenotte Complex followed by a meeting with the Chairperson of COPE, the Chief Executive, the Head of Homes and Community and the Director of Nursing. The main item discussed at our meeting related to funding for COPE Foundation. As this is a matter for the Health Service Executive...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Motorised Transport Grant Closure (2 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: Conscious of the reports of the Ombudsman in 2011 and 2012 regarding the legal status of both the Mobility Allowance and Motorised Transport Grant Scheme in the context of the Equal Status Acts, the Government decided to close both schemes in February 2013. The Government is aware of the continuing needs of people with a disability who rely on individual payments that support choice and...

Other Questions: Wildlife Protection (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: Nail polish is very important.

Other Questions: Wildlife Protection (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: It is a big issue in Kilkenny.

Topical Issue Debate: Autism Support Services (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: I thank Deputy Funchion for raising the important issue of home support hours for people with disabilities. I will take this opportunity to outline the current situation with this matter. I assure the Deputy of the Government's commitment to providing services and supports to people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in...

Topical Issue Debate: Autism Support Services (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: I will take up with the HSE again directly the issues the Deputy raised. They are very important. I will ensure the Carlow-Kilkenny disability services will continue to engage with the family on an ongoing basis regarding their son. An inter-agency and interdisciplinary case review was held on 25 January when health professionals recommended that, given the person's situation, it would be...

Topical Issue Debate: Autism Support Services (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: Yes.

Topical Issue Debate: Autism Support Services (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: I take the Ceann Comhairle's views on board. I already told the Deputy I would raise the issue with the HSE. I take the Ceann Comhairle's point. It is an important issue.

Topical Issue Debate: Money Advice and Budgeting Service Administration (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: We can leave Lord Ross out of it. I thank Deputies Penrose and Martin Kenny for their words. I hope we have a bit of common sense when we deal with this particular issue. I am taking this matter for the Minister for Social Protection, Deputy Varadkar, who apologises that he cannot be here. The CIB, which receives Exchequer funding from the Department of Social Protection, is...

Topical Issue Debate: Money Advice and Budgeting Service Administration (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: I take Deputy Penrose’s point about the town councils. It was a bad decision at the time. The restructuring sub-committee is expected to report its findings on the optimal regional structure for CIS and MABS companies to the board of the CIB shortly. It is important to remember that the planned restructuring of services is at local company board level only. I will bring the...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (7 Feb 2017)

Finian McGrath: Invalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions. The department received a claim for IP for the lady concerned on the 09 January 2017. The claim will be processed as quickly as possible and she will be notified directly of the outcome. I hope...