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Jobseeker's Benefit Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 May 2013

Tuesday, 28 May 2013

Questions (371, 372)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

371. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of young persons under 25 years of age in receipt of jobseeker's benefit for less than six months; for more than six months and less than 12 months; for more than 12 months and less than 24 months; those in receipt of this payment for more than 24 months and less than 36 months; those in receipt for more than 36 months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25265/13]

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Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

372. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of young persons under 25 years of age in receipt of jobseeker's allowance for less than six months; for more than six months and less than 12 months; for more than 12 months and less than 24 months; those in receipt of this payment for more than 24 months; less than 36 months; those in receipt for more than 36 months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25266/13]

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Written answers

I propose to take Questions Nos. 371 and 372 together.

The total number of young persons under 25 years of age in receipt of jobseeker’s allowance, or jobseeker’s benefit at the end of April was 61,787. A detailed breakdown by scheme and the durations specified by the Deputy is contained in the attached tabular statement.

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0 - 6 Months

7 - 12 Months

13 - 24 Months

25 - 36 Months

Greater Than 36 Months

Total

Jobseeker's Allowance

14,901

14,441

11,982

6,109

9,334

56,767

Jobseeker's Benefit

3,265

1,323

397

32

3

5,020

Total

18,166

15,764

12,379

6,141

9,337

61,787

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