Jobseeker's Allowance

Thursday, 14 May 2015

Questions (56)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

56. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the extent to which amelioration of overpayment of jobseekers allowance will be facilitated in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; if it might be possible to achieve an arrangement within that person's ability to pay; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19094/15]

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Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection

When determining the rate of recovery of an overpayment, the Department is conscious of a need to strike a balance between prompt recovery of overpayments and due consideration to a person’s ability to pay. The person concerned should contact his local office to discuss the case with the relevant officer.