Jobseeker's Benefit Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2015

Tuesday, 3 November 2015

Questions (189)

Willie O'Dea

Question:

189. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the cause of the delay into the investigation of a person (details supplied) in County Limerick who has sought to have a spousal dependant included in payment from her Department in Limerick; when will the payment issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37568/15]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection

The person concerned was awarded jobseeker’s benefit with effect from 24 August 2015 at a weekly rate of €188.

Their entitlement to payment of an adult dependant increase is being investigated by a social welfare inspector at present and once the investigation is complete a decision on the entitlement will be made.