Jobseeker's Allowance Eligibility

Tuesday, 19 February 2013

Questions (393)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

393. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the current weekly entitlement in respect of basic payment in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; when it is expected their application for jobseeker's allowance will be determined; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8108/13]

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Minister for Social Protection

The jobseeker’s allowance claim for the person concerned was awarded on the 30th January 2013 at a weekly rate of €188.00. The basic supplementary welfare allowance which was being paid pending award of jobseeker’s allowance has been closed.