Community Employment Schemes Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 14 October 2015

Wednesday, 14 October 2015

Questions (6)

Jack Wall

Question:

6. Deputy Jack Wall asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare will be granted an extension of time on a community employment scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35930/15]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection

For persons up to the age of 55, the maximum duration of participation on a Community Employment Scheme is 3 years, as set out by the Departments scheme guidelines. As the person concerned is under 55 years, regrettably an extension cannot be considered.