874. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of an invalidity pension application by a person (details supplied). [1157/25]

Invalidity Pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and for no other reason and who satisfy the pay related social insurance contribution conditions.

The person concerned was awarded IP with effect from 24 October 2024 and received first payment to his nominated bank account on 9 January 2025. He received all arrears due to him for the period 24 October 2024 to 8 January 2025, less Illness Benefit paid during the overlapping period, to his account on 16 January 2025. The person referred to was notified of the decision in relation to his IP claim on 9 December 2024.

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.