Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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262. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason for the refusal of disability allowance in the case of a person (details supplied); the options available to the person following a refusal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21919/17]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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This gentleman submitted an application for disability allowance (DA) on 10 February 2017.

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 24 April 2017 and of his rights of review and appeal.

He requested a review of the decision by a deciding officer (DO) and submitted additional evidence for consideration. The review has now been concluded by a DO and the decision to refuse on means grounds has been confirmed. On 5 May 2017, he was notified of the outcome of this review. He was also advised of their right to appeal this decision to the independent social welfare appeals office.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.