1006. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the status of a disability allowance appeal by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11131/20]

Following the submission of further medical evidence by the person concerned, their disability allowance (DA) application was reviewed and they were awarded a reduced payment of DA with effect from 16 October 2019.  The first payment was made on 6 May 2020.

New information was received and a review was carried out on the means of the person concerned on 8 April 2020 and on 10 June 2020.  Following a review of the entitlement of this lady, it was found that she had a decrease in her means from her previous assessments.  Based on the information provided to my department, a maximum rate of disability allowance (DA) was awarded with effect from 18 March 2020.

A letter issued to this lady informing her of this decision on 10 June 2020.  Arrears of payment due have issued to the person concerned.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.