Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 353: To ask the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal application for disablement benefit in respect of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28207/12]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 358: To ask the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal for disablement benefit in respect of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28229/12]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 353 and 358 together.

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all the evidence, including that adduced at oral hearing, disallowed the appeal of the person concerned.

Under Social Welfare legislation, the decision of the Appeals Officer is final and conclusive and may only be reviewed by the Appeals Officer in the light of new evidence or new facts.

Following the submission of additional evidence the Appeals Officer has agreed to review the case. The person concerned will be contacted when the review of his appeal has been finalised.

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.