220. Deputy Eamon Scanlon asked the Minister for Social Protection when a final decision is expected regarding a partial capacity review (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48178/26]

Partial Capacity Benefit (PCB) is a social welfare scheme which allows a person to return to work or self-employment and continue to receive a payment from my Department. People in receipt of Invalidity Pension or Illness Benefit (the latter for a minimum of 26 weeks) who wish to return to work are eligible for PCB if their capacity for work is reduced due to their medical condition.

The person concerned is in receipt of Partial Capacity Benefit from 23 October 2023 with a capacity to work of ‘moderate’.

On 12 March 2026, my department commenced a review of this person's entitlement to PCB. They were requested to supply up to date medical information and current employment details. This form was returned on 28 April 2026. The review was complete on 18 June 2026 and a decision confirming the continuation of PCB at the rate of ‘moderate’ was issued to the person concerned on 19 June 2026.

My Department can confirm that the person concerned continues to be in receipt a of PCB payment at the moderate rate and at no time was their entitlement to payment interrupted.

I trust this clarifies matters for the deputy.