Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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1977. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the status of an invalidity pension application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26535/17]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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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.

A claim for IP was received from the gentleman concerned on the 22 May 2017. In order to establish medical suitability, two forms for completion issued to him on the 29 May 2017. On receipt of the completed medical report forms, the IP claim will be processed as quickly as possible and he will be notified directly of the outcome.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.