Insolvency Payments Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2012

Tuesday, 31 January 2012

Questions (269)

Michael McGrath

Question:

310 Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application by a receiver (details supplied); if she will confirm when this application was received by her from the receiver; when it is expected to be disposed of; and if there is a cap of €600 per week that can be sanctioned in respect of the wages owing to the employees. [4977/12]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

A total of 87 employee claims have been received, from 11 August to 21 November 2011, in relation to the receivership of this company. Claims received in June 2011 are currently being processed. A limit of €600 per week applies to all wage related payments from the Insolvency Payments Scheme.

Question No. 311 withdrawn.