Seanad debates

Tuesday, 25 March 2003

Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed).

 

I would welcome it if the Minister could obtain funding for more appeals officers. We are lucky to have good information on social welfare entitlements and benefits. We are told quickly at local level and by the offices with which we deal – those with which I am in contact are in Galway, Tuam, Loughrea, Ballinasloe or Athlone – about what is happening. I know the appeals office is independent, but it can be slow to deal with appeals. Members cannot raise too many questions about that on the Adjournment here or on Question Time in the Lower House, although we are trying to get results and information for our constituents. I hope the Minister examines that issue.

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