Delays in disability claim decisions
Treacy reports worsening delays in determining disability claims. Haughey acknowledges grounds for complaint, says additional medical referees are under consideration, and promises to try to reduce delays.
Is the Minister aware that there seems to have been a serious deterioration in the position in recent months in respect of undue delays in bringing disability cases to determination? People have sent certificates to the Department but there has not been any determination for months.
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It is a question of getting additional medical referees and this is under active consideration.
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What should those unfortunate people do in the meantime, many of whom have been waiting for months?
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I agree we should endeavour to eliminate delays and I will do the best I can. This is not a new situation: it has existed for a considerable time.